Dish c. 1770

This oval porcelain dish, made by the Worcester Royal Porcelain Company in England around 1770, features a vibrant design inspired by Japanese Imari ware. The dish is decorated with intricate floral motifs, geometric patterns, and a central medallion, all painted in rich red, blue, gold, and green glazes. The scalloped rim and intricate details demonstrate the high quality and artistry of 18th-century European porcelain production, which sought to emulate the beauty and sophistication of East Asian ceramics. This piece exemplifies the fascination with Japanese aesthetics in the West during this period and the growing influence of Orientalism on European art.