CLEIJ
ORIENTAL ART
CLEIJ
ORIENTAL ART
Iron Red and Gilt teacup and saucer
Description
This Iron Red and Gilt teacup and saucer is decorated with attractive flowers in
overglaze red and gold, a style of decoration sometimes also referred to as
"Rouge de Fer". Along the rim a narrow band is present in the same palette. This
set is made out of fine porcelain. It is an excellent example of the high
quality wares made during the reign of the Chinese emperor Yongzheng (1723-1735). The diameter
of the saucer is 4.75 inches (12 cm) and the height of the teacup is 1.5
inches (4 cm).
Condition
Perfect, with only some rubbing to the enameled highlights.
Age
Yongzheng, circa 1730.
Price $290
Please refer to
item no. 2KE087 when making inquiries.
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