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Dish with relief decoration of fish

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a ceramic dish with a light green interior and brown exterior. The dish is oval in shape and features two small, brown fish relief decorations on the inside. The fish are positioned one above the other, both facing left. The dish has a glossy finish, with the interior appearing shiny and reflective. The background of the image is a plain white surface, providing a neutral backdrop for the dish. The dish casts a shadow on the surface below it.

Artwork Details

Date
13th century
Medium
Stoneware with celadon glaze and biscuit relief (Longquan ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
600 × 500 px
Public Domain
Yes
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