The Baptism in Jordan
Plate
ca. 1720-1730 (made)
ca. 1720-1730 (made)
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Plate of porcelain, painted in red enamel and gilt. In the middle Christ being baptised by John the Baptist, with the Holy Spirit above; on the rim, cupids, scrolls, a basket of flowers and at the bottom, a cartouche inscribed: "Mat. 3. 16".
Object details
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| Title | The Baptism in Jordan (generic title) |
| Materials and techniques | Porcelain painted in iron-red enamel and gilt |
| Brief description | 'The Baptism in Jordan' plate, porcelain painted in iron-red enamel and gilt, China (Jingdezhen), Qing dynasty, ca. 1720-1730 |
| Physical description | Plate of porcelain, painted in red enamel and gilt. In the middle Christ being baptised by John the Baptist, with the Holy Spirit above; on the rim, cupids, scrolls, a basket of flowers and at the bottom, a cartouche inscribed: "Mat. 3. 16". |
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| Marks and inscriptions | 'Mat. 3. 16' inscribed in a cartouche at the bottom |
| Credit line | Bequeathed by Mr W. G. Gulland |
| Production | label |
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| Literary reference | Matthew 3:16 |
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| Accession number | C.220-1931 |
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| Record created | June 25, 2009 |
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