‘Large dish with segmental border of plant sprays and scale pattern; in the center, an emblematic female figure holding a crowned toad and cornucopia’, ca. 1510/1540, National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
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overall (diameter): 40.3 cm (15 7/8 in.)

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National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.
Washington
Deruta 16th Century
Large dish with segmental border of plant sprays and scale pattern; in the center, an emblematic female figure holding a crowned toad and cornucopia, ca. 1510/1540
Tin-glazed earthenware (maiolica)
15 7/8 in diameter; 40.3 cm diameter
Permanent collection
National Gallery of Art, Washington D.C.