Stencil

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark brown rectangular plate with rounded corners, featuring a design comprising four identical, mirror-image, symmetrical floral patterns arranged in two rows of two. The plate's surface exhibits scratches and wear. Each floral pattern consists of a large teardrop shape with a rounded end pointing inward, containing curved leaves and a flower; the teardrop shape is outlined with curved lines adorned with flowers and leaves. The teardrops are interconnected, forming a continuous design. The background of the plate is dark brown with visible scratches and marks. The title of the work is "Stencil" by an unknown artist.