Dish with landscape seen though an arch 1695 - 1705

This 17th-century tin-glazed earthenware dish, produced by the Italian artist Siro Antonio Africa, is an excellent example of maiolica. The dish features a landscape scene viewed through an archway and utilizes a vibrant palette of blues, yellows and greens. It showcases the artist’s mastery of painting techniques, creating an illusion of depth and perspective within the limited space of the circular plate. This small but meticulously crafted piece highlights the artistic ingenuity of Italian maiolica production. The dish is currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, NY.