Plateau

Unknown

16th and 19th century · Silver gilt, enamel on copper · European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Personifications of Hope, Temperance, Faith, and Fortitude are embossed on the inner ring of the dish. The enamel medallion at the center is a later addition. Portugal shares the Iberian Peninsula with Spain. From 1581 to 1640 it was ruled by Spain, but when this dish was made Portugal was still an independent kingdon with its own artistic traditions.

Artist

Unknown

Date

16th and 19th century

Medium

Silver gilt, enamel on copper

Culture

Portuguese with French enamel

Department

European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Credit line

Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917