Dish with Hydrangeas

The dish is round and white with a blue floral design. The design features hydrangeas and leaves in various shades of blue. Two large hydrangea flowers are present, one positioned above the other, with the top one being larger. The hydrangeas have a cluster of small circles resembling petals. Darker blue leaves are scattered around the flowers. A stem connects the two flowers. The background of the image is dark gray at the top, gradually transitioning to light gray towards the bottom. The dish casts a shadow on the surface it sits on. The title of the piece is "Dish with Hydrangeas" by an unknown artist.

Artwork details

Date:: ca. 1800–1860
Medium:: Porcelain with underglaze blue decoration (Hizen ware, Nabeshima type)
Culture:: Japan
Dimensions:: 599 × 449 px
Museum record:: View original