Plate was created by Félix Bracquemond|Haviland & Co. in ca. 1875.

When was "Plate" created?

This artwork was created ca. 1875.

Is "Plate" in the public domain?

Yes, Plate is in the public domain and available for free download under CC0 license.

Plate

Félix Bracquemond|Haviland & Co.

ca. 1875

Medium

Porcelain

Dimensions

1 × 8 11/16 in., 0.9 lb. (2.5 × 22 cm, 0.4 kg)

Classification

Ceramics-Porcelain

Culture

French (Limoges)

Department

Modern and Contemporary Art

Museum

Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, NY

Credit

Gift of George Haviland, 1923

Accession Number

23.31.16

Tags

Horses

Art Historical Context

This elegant porcelain plate, created around 1875 by artist Félix Bracquemond in collaboration with Haviland & Co., exemplifies the luxurious ceramics produced in Limoges, France—a hub of fine porcelain manufacturing since the 18th century. Measuring just over 8 inches in diameter, this delicate piece (1 × 8 11/16 in.) weighs a mere 0.9 lb., showcasing the technical mastery of Limoges porcelain, prized for its translucency strength, and ability to hold intricate designs. Bracquemond, a pioneering French etcher and painter influenced by Japanese art (Japonisme), likely adorned the plate with d...

About the Artist

Félix Bracquemond|Haviland & Co. · 1833–1914

French, Paris 1833–1914 Sèvres

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