Tea service - Porcelain
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A Chinese porcelain tea bowl and saucer from the late Qing dynasty (c. 1850–1900), featuring a marble-effect glaze with grey, black and ochre veining, underglaze-blue marks and a smooth white glaze; saucer 10 cm diameter, tea bowl 6.4 cm diameter in excellent condition.
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An elegant Chinese porcelain tea bowl and saucer from the late Qing dynasty, featuring a distinctive marble-effect decoration inspired by the natural veining of stone.
Dimensions:
- Saucer: 2.6 cm (H) × 10 cm (Diameter)
- Tea bowl: 3.5 cm (H) × 6.4 cm (Diameter)
Both pieces are covered in a smooth, lustrous white glaze, beautifully decorated with flowing veins of grey, black and warm ochre tones, creating an attractive imitation of natural marble.
The decoration is complemented by delicate Chinese calligraphic inscriptions, adding a refined scholarly character to the set. Both the tea bowl and saucer bear underglaze-blue seal marks on their bases.
The harmonious combination of elegant forms, subtle colours and unusual marbled decoration makes this set particularly appealing to collectors of Chinese porcelain.
The items will be professionally packed with protective materials and shipped safely via a reliable courier service.
An elegant Chinese porcelain tea bowl and saucer from the late Qing dynasty, featuring a distinctive marble-effect decoration inspired by the natural veining of stone.
Dimensions:
- Saucer: 2.6 cm (H) × 10 cm (Diameter)
- Tea bowl: 3.5 cm (H) × 6.4 cm (Diameter)
Both pieces are covered in a smooth, lustrous white glaze, beautifully decorated with flowing veins of grey, black and warm ochre tones, creating an attractive imitation of natural marble.
The decoration is complemented by delicate Chinese calligraphic inscriptions, adding a refined scholarly character to the set. Both the tea bowl and saucer bear underglaze-blue seal marks on their bases.
The harmonious combination of elegant forms, subtle colours and unusual marbled decoration makes this set particularly appealing to collectors of Chinese porcelain.
The items will be professionally packed with protective materials and shipped safely via a reliable courier service.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Country of origin
China
Material
Porcelain
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
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Width
0 cm
Depth
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Estimated period
1850-1900
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