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Dish

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Round white plate with a wide rim. The center of the plate features a large bird with spread wings. Leaves and other plant matter surround the bird. The rim of the plate has a repeating pattern of small insects. The plate appears to be ceramic and has a glossy finish. The image of the plate is in black and white. The plate titled "Dish" by the artist.

Artwork Details

Date
late 16th–early 17th century
Medium
Porcelaineous ware painted in underglaze blue ("Swatow" ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 488 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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