Accession Number1954/1.520
TitleBlue-and-white tea cup with abstract floral design (1 of 5)
Artist(s)ChineseArtist NationalityChinese (culture or style)Object Creation Date15th century - 16th centuryMedium & Supportporcellaneous stoneware with blue and white glazeDimensions 1 7/8 in. x 3 5/8 in. x 3 5/8 in. ( 4.8 cm x 9.2 cm x 9.2 cm )
Credit LineBequest of Margaret Watson ParkerSubject matter During the Ming (1368-1644) and Qing (1644-1911) dynasties, the blue and white ware industry became increasingly important because at this time, blue and white porcelain was not only known within the borders of China, it was also welcomed in the international trade market, initiating its imitation throughout Asia. In current times, blue and white wares are common in daily life in forms ranging from dinner sets to vases.
http://www.chinaonlinemuseum.com/ceramics-blue-and-white-porcelain.php
Physical DescriptionA petite cup with an abstract floral design in blue, white, and gold covering the outside of the cup and inside rim. The outside rim is gold and slightly everted. It has a large foot with blue stripes.
Primary Object Classification Ceramic Primary Object Typetea cupCollection AreaAsianRightsIf you are interested in using an image for a publication, please visit
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Keywords
blue-and-white (ceramic glaze)
ceramics (object genre)
floral patterns
teacups