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A round plate features concentric decorative bands of white shapes on red and yellow bands. The red center circle displays a radial, flower-like design of white lines and dots.
Plate
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Plate

Artist Jamini Roy (Indian, 1887 - 1972)
Datemid 20th century
Place of originBengal, India, Asia
MediumPainted terracotta
Dimensions1 1/8 x 10 7/8 x 10 7/8 in. (2.9 x 27.6 x 27.6 cm)
ClassificationsFurnishings and Equipment
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Needham
Object number1987.1.107
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Visual DescriptionA round plate features concentric decorative bands of white shapes on red and yellow bands. The red center circle displays a radial, flower-like design of white lines and dots.
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