Plate

Oriental plate painted in overglaze colours, now much worn, with a large paddle steamer with one funnel and two masts. It is naively drawn and is shown surrounded by small rowing boats and East Asian craft with hills and forest in the background. The borders are brightly painted with flower designs and reserve panels of birds in foliage.

Object Details

ID: AAA6189
Collection: Decorative art
Type: Plate
Display location: Not on display
Creator: Unknown
Date made: Mid 19th century
Credit: National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London
Measurements: Overall: 35 x 280 mm