Plate with "Bamboo and Fan" pattern 1877

This 1877 plate, designed by Minton(s), exemplifies the 19th-century fascination with Japonism. The "Bamboo and Fan" pattern showcases a delicate balance of Japanese motifs, like bamboo stalks, fans, and stylized birds, with intricate details rendered in blue, red, and gold. The design, though adapted from Japanese art, clearly reflects a Western sensibility. It is a prime example of how European artisans embraced Japanese aesthetics and incorporated them into their own creations. This plate, now at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a fine example of the "Japonisme" style of ceramics.