Plate
Unknown Artist
second half of the 18th century
Medium
Porcelain
Dimensions
Diam. 14 3/4 in. (37.5 cm)
Classification
Ceramics
Culture & Period
China · Qing dynasty (1644–1911)
Department
Asian Art
Museum
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY
Credit
Bequest of Flora E. Whiting, 1971
Accession Number
1971.180.235
Tags
Art Historical Context
This exquisite porcelain plate, crafted in China during the second half of the 18th century the Qing dynasty (164–1911), exemplifies era's unparalleled mastery of ceramics. Measuring 14¾ inches (37.5 cm) in diameter, it served as a grand serving dish, reflecting the sophistication of imperial and elite households. The Qing period marked a golden age for porcelain production, centered in Jingdezhen, where artisans perfected a pure white kaolin body and brilliant glazes fired at intense temperatures for remarkable translucency and durability. Adorned with floral motifs—a hallmark of Qing decora...