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Saucer

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image displays a plate titled "Saucer" by an unknown artist. The plate is white with a wide rim and a black design. The design on the plate features two sailing ships on water, one larger than the other. The larger ship has three sails and is positioned on the right side of the plate. The smaller ship has a netted top and is on the left side. In the background, there is a wall with a building on top, possibly a pagoda, on the left side. The rim of the plate has an intricate design of various patterns and shapes. The plate appears to be displayed on a stand. The background of the image is a gradient from dark gray at the top to light gray at the bottom.

Artwork Details

Medium
Porcelain (Export ware)
Culture
China
Dimensions
593 × 625 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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