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18th century · Painted enamel (Canton enamel) · Asian Art

Known as “Canton enamels”, metal dishes painted with brightly colored enamels were produced there for domestic consumption and for trade with the West. The fruits and flowers painted on this dish, which allude to different seasons, are auspicious and convey good wishes.

Artist

Unknown

Date

18th century

Medium

Painted enamel (Canton enamel)

Culture

China

Department

Asian Art

Credit line

Gift of Mr. and Mrs. John B. Schorsch, 2016