Cup and Saucer
1730-1745 (made)
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Although this set of cup and saucer is decorated with European figures it was not meant for the European market. The Chinese court in the 18th century was interested in Western designs as well.
Object details
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| Parts | This object consists of 2 parts.
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| Materials and techniques | Painted enamel on copper |
| Brief description | Chinese shallow cup with saucer, showing European-style scenes with Classical goddesses and flowers. |
| Physical description | Painted enamel on copper, shallow cup with gilded rim, saucer also bound in gilt metal. The enamel ground is thick and white and the decoration is executed in full pallette. The design is evidently copied from a European model: there is a pattern of various flowers and feathering, the cup has scenes with figures of Classical goddesses such as Ceres and Flora. |
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| Summary | Although this set of cup and saucer is decorated with European figures it was not meant for the European market. The Chinese court in the 18th century was interested in Western designs as well. |
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| Accession number | C.39-1962 |
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| Record created | June 22, 2000 |
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