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Chinese Export Porcelain Tea Cups and Saucer. Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Period. 1736 - 1795.
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Chinese Export Porcelain Tea Cups and Saucer. Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Period. 1736 - 1795.

18th century
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Matching Chinese Export porcelain Tea Cups (x2) and Saucer (x1). Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Period. 1736 - 1795.

Both cups match the saucer in different and complementary ways. Masterfully painted in vibrant famille rose enamels. Exhibiting fine and superior-quality narrative painted scenes. Depicting family life, mandarin officials, scholars, and cartouches with finely painted buildings and birds. The attention to detail in the colourful clothing and formal costumes is superb. The visual storytelling portraying themes of education, wisdom, and hierarchy in Qing society, amidst virtues of every-day life.

The gilded rococo-style scrolling borders and diaper decoration framing the figural panels are finely executed with rich gold accents, adding a luxurious touch typical of imperial-quality famille rose porcelain.The superior quality of enameling, delicate brushwork, and gilded detailing suggests these teacups and saucer were possibly produced in the prestigious Jingdezhen kilns for high-ranking officials or the export market catering to European aristocrats. These examples demonstrate artistic refinement closer to Yongzheng-period famille rose pieces. Superb.

Dimensions: Approx.

Tea Cups (x2):

Diameter = 7.7cm

Height = 4.3cm

Saucer (x1):

Diameter = 12.2cm

Height = 2.7cm.

Condition: Excellent with no hairlines. Some very minor frits to edges. Beautifully rich colours. Some minor rubbing to gilding on edges and base rim. No restoration.

Physical Dimensions
Height
4.3cm (1.69")
Width
7.7cm (3.03")
Depth
7.7cm (3.03")
Declaration

Dragoncharger Antiques has dated these Chinese Export Porcelain Teacups to the 18th Century.

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SA1144617
Dealers Internal Reference
D:00653
Description
Matching Chinese Export porcelain Tea Cups (x2) and Saucer (x1). Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Period. 1736 - 1795.

Both cups match the saucer in different and complementary ways. Masterfully painted in vibrant famille rose enamels. Exhibiting fine and superior-quality narrative painted scenes.

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Depicting family life, mandarin officials, scholars, and cartouches with finely painted buildings and birds.
Dragoncharger Antiques

The attention to detail in the colourful clothing and formal costumes is superb. The visual storytelling portraying themes of education, wisdom, and hierarchy in Qing society, amidst virtues of every-day life.

fig 1. A set of two hand-painted Chinese export porcelain tea bowls and a central matching saucer decorated with figural courtyard scenes and iron-red patterned borders.
fig 1. Chinese Export Porcelain Tea Cups and Saucer. Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Period. 1736 - 1795.

The gilded rococo-style scrolling borders and diaper decoration framing the figural panels are finely executed with rich gold accents, adding a luxurious touch typical of imperial-quality famille rose porcelain.The superior quality of enameling, delicate brushwork, and gilded detailing suggests these teacups and saucer were possibly produced in the prestigious Jingdezhen kilns for high-ranking officials or the export market catering to European aristocrats. These examples demonstrate artistic refinement closer to Yongzheng-period famille rose pieces. Superb.

fig 2. A set of two hand-painted Chinese export porcelain tea bowls and a central matching saucer decorated with figural courtyard scenes and iron-red patterned borders.
fig 2. Chinese Export Porcelain Tea Cups and Saucer. Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Period. 1736 - 1795.

Dimensions: Approx.

Tea Cups (x2):

Diameter = 7.7cm

Height = 4.3cm

Saucer (x1):

Diameter = 12.2cm

Height = 2.7cm.

Condition: Excellent with no hairlines. Some very minor frits to edges. Beautifully rich colours. Some minor rubbing to gilding on edges and base rim. No restoration.

Height
4.3cm (1.69")
Width
7.7cm (3.03")
Depth
7.7cm (3.03")
Date of Manufacture

Dragoncharger Antiques has dated these Chinese Export Porcelain Teacups to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1144617
Dealers Internal Ref
D:00653
Dragoncharger Antiques
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Archive I A set of two hand-painted Chinese export porcelain tea bowls and a central matching saucer decorated with figural courtyard scenes and iron-red patterned borders.

Chinese Export Porcelain Tea Cups and Saucer. Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Period. 1736 - 1795.

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A set of two hand-painted Chinese export porcelain tea bowls and a central matching saucer decorated with figural courtyard scenes and iron-red patterned borders.
Chinese Export porcelain Tea Cups and Saucer. Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Period. 1736 - 1795.
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A set of two hand-painted Chinese export porcelain tea bowls and a central matching saucer decorated with figural courtyard scenes and iron-red patterned borders.
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Chinese Export porcelain refers to ceramic wares produced in China specifically for European and Western markets during the Qing Dynasty. The Qianlong period (17361795) is characterised by detailed polychrome enamelling, often featuring figural courtyard scenes, delicate gilt embellishments, and elaborate geometric or floral borders.

These ceramics were crafted from hard-paste porcelain made of kaolin clay and petuntse (china stone), fired at extremely high temperatures. The intricate designs were hand-painted using overglaze enamels, including iron-red pigments and gold leaf accents applied during subsequent lower-temperature kilns.

Authentic pieces display hand-painted brushwork with visible brush marks, slight variations in enamel thickness, and natural slight wear to gold leaf borders. The underside typically features an unglazed foot rim showing fine greyish-white clay, accompanied by historical firing imperfections such as minor pinholes or orange-peel texture in the glaze.

Display these items on acrylic or metal plate stands atop a console table, inside a glass-fronted cabinet, or placed symmetrically on a mantelpiece. Pairing rich terracotta and gold ceramics with neutral backgrounds or dark timber accentuates the intricate painted artwork.

Clean gently using lukewarm water and a mild detergent applied with a soft cloth. Avoid abrasive cleaners, commercial chemical polishes, dishwashers, and ultrasonic cleaners, as these can strip overglaze enamels and original gilt detailing.
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