Dish
Artist
Unknown
CultureChinese | Tongzhi | Qing Dynasty
Date1862-1874
MediumPorcelain | Enamel
DimensionsOverall: 7 3/8 in. (18.7 cm)
InscribedIron red mark of Tung Chih on bottom; mark slightly smudged.
Credit LineGift of Walter P. Chrysler, Jr.
Object number71.154
Not on view
DescriptionDish has slightly rounded cavetto, gold rim, painted design in various enamels. Scene depicts man seated (or dancing) on green area with two attendants or onlookers on each side. Three figures before him seem oblivious and carry on their own conversation. Exterior of dish has three quickly painted iron red motifs. Overall not of high technical quality.
