Chinese Qianlong Porcelain Creamer Jug Mandarin Famille Rose Gilt Qing 18th C

🌟 Product Details
🆔 Inventory Code INV3803
Ⓜ️ Material Porcelain
🏳️ Origin China
🏛️ Period Qianlong – 18th Century
🅂 Subject Mandarin court figures with interior scene, table objects, floral reserves and gilt decoration
🏷️ Marked Unmarked (paper collection label to base reading “Bailward”)

📜 Description Fine Chinese Porcelain creamer or small jug decorated in vibrant Famille Rose enamels. The body painted with a lively Mandarin scene showing figures gathered around a table with scholarly objects. The rim and shoulder richly embellished with gilded ground and circular reserves containing floral and landscape motifs. Elegant loop handle and shaped spout, both highlighted with original gilt. Classic baluster form typical of export wares from the Qing Dynasty.

The base retains an old paper label inscribed “Bailward,” possibly referencing the Bailward (Bailward/Bailward) family of Wiltshire. Members of this family, including John Bailward (1677–1742), were associated with 18th Century English gentry and mercantile circles. Such historical collection labels can add interesting provenance context.

Collector’s Notes: During the Qianlong reign (1736–1795), Famille Rose enamels reached exceptional refinement. Mandarin pattern wares were especially popular for export to Europe in the 18th Century. The detailed figural scenes and generous gilding reflect the high level of craftsmanship associated with the imperial period and remain highly desirable among collectors of Qing Dynasty export porcelain.

🔍 Condition GOOD ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ (4/5) – Minor enamel wear and gilt rubbing consistent with age. Light surface wear and small firing imperfections visible. Old paper label to base. No major cracks or repairs observed. Please review the photos carefully for more details.

📐 Sizes
Height Approx. 10 cm (4 inches)
Diameter Approx. 7 cm (with Handle 10 cm)