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Kangxi Imari Large Porcelain Mug 'Tankard', 1700s
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Kangxi Imari Large Porcelain Mug 'Tankard', 1700s

18th century
Description

This rare and valuable Chinese mug is an exquisite work of art created by master craftsmen during the Kangxi period (1662–1722) of the Qing Dynasty. Made in the "Imari" style, this mug is a striking example of Chinese porcelain specifically produced for the European export market.

The vibrant Imari palette, featuring rich shades of blue, red, and gold, beautifully highlights the uniqueness and artistic value of the piece. The decorative elements include Eastern landscapes with traditional architectural and natural motifs, which were highly sought after by European collectors of the time. The large and convenient form of the mug also aligns with Western preferences and differs from traditional Chinese shapes, emphasizing its orientation towards the export market.

On the bottom of the mug is the inscription "????," which translates to "Elegant Collection of Treasures" or "Precious Collectible Object." This mark not only signifies quality but also confirms that the mug was intended as a collectible luxury item.

The mug is in excellent antique condition, having retained the brightness of its colors and the integrity of its glaze, making it an even more valuable example of Chinese porcelain from the Kangxi period.

Dimensions : Height 14,8 cm, width 18 cm, diameter 12 cm.Weight 900 grams.

Please examine the attached photos carefully as they form an integral part of this description. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance. Please note that shipping costs include labour, packaging, and postage.

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Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this Kangxi Imari Porcelain Tankard to the 18th Century.

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This rare and valuable Chinese mug is an exquisite work of art created by master craftsmen during the Kangxi period (1662–1722) of the Qing Dynasty.
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Made in the "Imari" style, this mug is a striking example of Chinese porcelain specifically produced for the European export market.
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fig 1. A cylindrical antique Chinese Kangxi porcelain tankard decorated with hand-painted pagodas, palm trees, and an iron-red scale pattern border.
fig 1. Kangxi Imari Large Porcelain Mug 'Tankard', 1700s

The vibrant Imari palette, featuring rich shades of blue, red, and gold, beautifully highlights the uniqueness and artistic value of the piece. The decorative elements include Eastern landscapes with traditional architectural and natural motifs, which were highly sought after by European collectors of the time. The large and convenient form of the mug also aligns with Western preferences and differs from traditional Chinese shapes, emphasizing its orientation towards the export market.

fig 2. A cylindrical antique Chinese Kangxi porcelain tankard decorated with hand-painted pagodas, palm trees, and an iron-red scale pattern border.
fig 2. Kangxi Imari Large Porcelain Mug 'Tankard', 1700s

On the bottom of the mug is the inscription "????," which translates to "Elegant Collection of Treasures" or "Precious Collectible Object." This mark not only signifies quality but also confirms that the mug was intended as a collectible luxury item.

fig 3. A cylindrical antique Chinese Kangxi porcelain tankard decorated with hand-painted pagodas, palm trees, and an iron-red scale pattern border.
fig 3. Kangxi Imari Large Porcelain Mug 'Tankard', 1700s

The mug is in excellent antique condition, having retained the brightness of its colors and the integrity of its glaze, making it an even more valuable example of Chinese porcelain from the Kangxi period.

fig 4. A cylindrical antique Chinese Kangxi porcelain tankard decorated with hand-painted pagodas, palm trees, and an iron-red scale pattern border.
fig 4. Kangxi Imari Large Porcelain Mug 'Tankard', 1700s

Dimensions : Height 14,8 cm, width 18 cm, diameter 12 cm.Weight 900 grams.

Please examine the attached photos carefully as they form an integral part of this description. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance. Please note that shipping costs include labour, packaging, and postage.

Date of Manufacture

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this Kangxi Imari Porcelain Tankard to the 18th Century.

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Archive I A cylindrical antique Chinese Kangxi porcelain tankard decorated with hand-painted pagodas, palm trees, and an iron-red scale pattern border.

Kangxi Imari Large Porcelain Mug 'Tankard', 1700s

Archive II A cylindrical antique Chinese Kangxi porcelain tankard decorated with hand-painted pagodas, palm trees, and an iron-red scale pattern border. View II
Archive III A cylindrical antique Chinese Kangxi porcelain tankard decorated with hand-painted pagodas, palm trees, and an iron-red scale pattern border. View III
Archive IV A cylindrical antique Chinese Kangxi porcelain tankard decorated with hand-painted pagodas, palm trees, and an iron-red scale pattern border. View IV
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A cylindrical antique Chinese Kangxi porcelain tankard decorated with hand-painted pagodas, palm trees, and an iron-red scale pattern border.
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Kangxi Imari porcelain refers to Chinese export ceramics produced during the reign of Emperor Kangxi (16621722) that adopted the distinctive Japanese Imari palette of underglaze cobalt blue combined with overglaze iron red and gold decorative enamels.

These pieces were crafted using kaolin-rich hard-paste porcelain, thrown on a potters wheel, and fitted with hand-formed handles. The initial cobalt blue decoration was applied underglaze before high firing, followed by secondary enamel colours and gilding applied over the glaze and fired at lower temperatures.

Authentic pieces feature characteristic hard-paste porcelain bodies with bright underglaze cobalt blue, fine hand-painted brushwork showing minor variations, natural wear to overglaze enamels, and precise construction typical of early 18th-century export production.

An antique tankard serves as a decorative focal point when placed on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or sideboard, functioning either as an individual sculpture or as part of a curated display of historic ceramics.

Clean gently by hand using lukewarm water and a mild detergent, using soft cloths rather than abrasive pads. Avoid automatic dishwashers, harsh chemical solvents, and sudden temperature shifts to protect delicate overglaze enamels and gold leaf.
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