Plate 1755 - 1758

This delicate porcelain plate, crafted by William Duesbury between 1755 and 1758, showcases the intricate beauty of 18th-century English ceramics. The plate, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, features a raised border of realistically molded strawberry leaves, highlighted with subtle pink veins, surrounding a central field adorned with hand-painted flowers, insects, and a delicate butterfly. This meticulously crafted piece is a prime example of the popular Rococo style, characterized by its ornate details and playful use of natural motifs.