Plate 1737

This octagonal plate, created in 1737 by an anonymous artist, is a beautiful example of blue and white Delftware. The plate features a central scene of a figure fishing in a pond surrounded by trees and a building. The scene is framed by a decorative border with stylized floral motifs. This plate exemplifies the popularity of Chinoiserie during the 18th century, a European artistic style influenced by East Asian art.