Dish with auspicious flowers and fruits

18th century

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 221

Painted enamel wares were made for both domestic and export markets. The patterns on these works were often filled with traditional Chinese symbolism. The fruits and flowers painted on this dish, which allude to different seasons, are auspicious and convey good wishes.

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清中期銅胎畫琺瑯花果紋盤
Title: Dish with auspicious flowers and fruits
Period: Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
Date: 18th century
Culture: China
Medium: Painted enamel on copper alloy
Dimensions: H. 1 1/4 in. (3.2 cm); Diam. 8 7/8 in. (22.5 cm); Diam. of base 6 in. (15.2 cm)
Classification: Enamels
Credit Line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John B. Schorsch, 2016
Object Number: 2016.498.1
Curatorial Department: Asian Art

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