Blue-and-white tea cup with abstracted floral design
Chinese
Description
Subject Matter:
During the Ming (1368-1644) and Qing (1644-1911) dynasties, the blue and white ware industry became increasingly important because at this time, blue and white porcelain was not only known within the borders of China, it was also welcomed in the international trade market, initiating its imitation throughout Asia. In current times, blue and white wares are common in daily life in forms ranging from dinner sets to vases.
http://www.chinaonlinemuseum.com/ceramics-blue-and-white-porcelain.php
Physical Description:
A petite cup with an abstract floral design in blue and white covering the outside of the cup and inside rim. The outside rim is gold and slightly everted. It has a large foot with blue stripes.
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