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Small Dish with Design of Chrysanthemums and Autumn Grasses

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Round, white plate with a glossy finish. The plate features a design of blue chrysanthemums and orange and yellow stamens. Blue and curved lines extend from the flowers, suggesting stems and leaves. The bottom quarter of the plate has a blue wavy line, possibly representing water. The plate is displayed on a clear stand. The plate's title is "Small Dish with Design of Chrysanthemums and Autumn Grasses" by an unknown artist.

Artwork Details

Date
18th–19th century
Medium
Porcelain with blue underglaze and overglaze in red, green, and yellow (Nabeshima ware)
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 462 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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