Teacup and saucer
Dateca. 1805
OriginAsia, China, Jingdezhen
MediumPorcelain, hard-paste
DimensionsCup diameter: 3 1/2in. ; Saucer diameter: 5 1/2in.
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. Charles W. Ridinger, III
Object number2009-46,A&B
DescriptionThis Chinese export porcelain ogee-shaped cup with handle and dished saucer are decorated in deep yellow-, yellow-, and copper gold. The molded handle on the cup bears a gilt thumbrest. The front of the cup and saucer center feature a swag-draped shield. Within the shield appears the three letter monogram "REP". The exterior of the cup just below the rim and the cavetto of the saucer are further ornamented with bellflower chain borders. The interior rim of the cup and saucer bear additional lines of gilding and a repeating scroll band.A 1 1/2" hairline from rim of saucer, very slight wear. Fine condition.
Label TextThis ogee-shaped Chinese export porcelain cup and saucer are decorated in three colors of gold, yellow-, dark yellow, and copper. The shield bears the monogram "REP"
ProvenanceMr. and Mrs. Charles W. Ridinger III
1780-1800
1760-1780
ca. 1750
ca. 1720
1760-1780
1780-1800
ca. 1805
1765-1775
1760-1780
Ca.1750
Cup: ca. 1790; Saucer: ca. 1820
ca. 1740