Chinese Porcelain Cup Mandarin Famille Rose Gilt Qing Puce Scene Qianlong 18th C
£45.00
Inventory Code: INV5352
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Chinese Porcelain Cup Mandarin Famille Rose Gilt Qing Puce Scene Qianlong 18th C
ITEM DETAILS
Inventory Code: INV5352
Object: Cup with Missing Handle
Material: Porcelain
Origin: China
Period: Qing Dynasty, Qianlong
Date: 18th Century
Decoration: Mandarin famille rose figures, puce landscape cartouche, floral scrollwork and gilt detailing
Mark: Unmarked
MEASUREMENTS
Diameter: 2.36 in / 6.0 cm
Height: 2.36 in / 6.0 cm
CONDITION
FAIR/RESTORED (2/5) – Original handle missing, with restoration visible around the former attachment areas. Additional wear to the gilded rim, minor enamel rubbing, surface marks and firing imperfections consistent with age. The interior shows scattered kiln specks and glaze irregularities. Please review the photos carefully for more details.
DESCRIPTION
An attractive 18th century Chinese export porcelain cup dating to the Qianlong period of the Qing Dynasty, decorated in the Mandarin famille rose palette. The exterior features an elegant figural scene depicting two Chinese figures in flowing pink and purple robes within a garden setting, surrounded by delicate trees and architectural details. The reverse displays a decorative cartouche containing a finely painted puce landscape with buildings and trees, framed by elaborate gilt scrollwork, floral motifs and coloured enamel borders. The rim is finished with a narrow brown and gilt band, while the interior retains a simple white glaze. Despite the loss of its original handle, the cup preserves much of its colourful decoration and characteristic 18th century Chinese export porcelain charm.
COLLECTOR’S NOTE
Mandarin famille rose porcelain became particularly fashionable during the Qianlong period, when Chinese workshops produced elaborate figural designs for the European export market. Scenes of courtly figures, garden gatherings and architectural landscapes were often combined with richly gilded borders and puce enamel cartouches. This cup represents the decorative sophistication and cross-cultural appeal of 18th century Chinese export porcelain, making it an interesting example for collectors of Qing Dynasty ceramics.
NOTES
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