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Chinese Qing Dynasty

National Gallery of Art

This is a photograph of a decorative plate featuring a painted scene with architectural and natural elements. The central image on the plate shows a stylized and colorful depiction of a traditional pagoda-like building set amidst swirling clouds and a landscape of green hills. The building has a multi-tiered roof, adorned with intricate details, and is surrounded by multi-colored clouds that appear to frame the scene. Flying above the structure are two birds, and below, there are several figures standing on what appear to be floating clouds. The figures are wearing traditional robes. The plate has a plain outer rim that contrasts with the vivid imagery in the center. The overall composition is ornate and highly detailed.

Artwork Details

Date
Yongzheng period, 1723/1735
Medium
porcelain with underglaze blue and overglaze doucai enamel decoration
Dimensions
1215 × 1200 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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