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Plate

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image shows a plate with a wide, shallow shape and a flat bottom. The plate has a dark brown color with spots of red and gold. The plate's rim has a geometric pattern etched into it, and the center features a floral design. The plate appears to be made of metal, possibly copper or bronze, and has a worn, aged appearance.

Artwork details

Date:
19th century
Medium:
Iron decorated with lacquer
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
599 × 398 px
Museum record:
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