Plate with radiating panels and a female figure

Chinese Collection

Accession Nr.: 51.367.1
Type: vessel; object for daily use; pottery
Date of production:
17th century
Ming dynasty
Place of production:
Marks: one cobalt character
Materials: porcelain
Techniques: underglaze blue
Dimensions: height: 4.5 cm
diameter (mouth): 22.5 cm
diameter (base): 10.5 cm
This small-size plate is characterised by the decorative pattern of Kraak porcelains, produced to be exported to Europe. It rests on a broad, round rim. The radially arranged decorative panels contain similar compositions.