Artwork

farfurie mică

farfurie mică, by Unknown, 1750
farfurie mică, by Unknown, 1750

farfurie mică is a photography by Unknown. It dates from 1750 and is held in the collection of the Romanian Academy in Bucharest. A round, painted plate features a simple, central design surrounded by decorative patterns.

About this work

Overview

A round, painted plate features a simple, central design surrounded by decorative patterns. The artwork is characterized by bold, flat colors and a prominent central figure.

Subject & Meaning

The plate's center depicts a person diving or jumping into a circle of dots, while the outer edge is adorned with repeating leaf and flower motifs. The human figure is the sole focal point, placed centrally.

Technique & Style

The plate's colors are applied flatly, without shading to create a three-dimensional effect. The design combines a central image with a decorative border, separated by a dotted line.

Artist & collection

Artist

Unknown

entity whose identity is not known