Matched Set Six Canton Blue and White Syllabub With Twist Handles and Berry Knob Covers C 1840

Description

Six matching antique Chinese export porcelain teacups, adorned with blue and white hues. Each cup showcases a picturesque village by … more Six matching antique Chinese export porcelain teacups, adorned with blue and white hues. Each cup showcases a picturesque village by the water, featuring houses, boats, and willows gently dipping into the water. This serene scene embraces the entire circumference of each cup. Twin-twisted handles provide a delicate touch, while the lids are elegantly crowned with berry finials.

The most fashionable tables in the early American Republic were set with blue and white “Canton” ware, so called for the great Chinese trading port from which it came. Chinese blue and white porcelain was in demand well into the 19th century and has been part of the heritage of many American families.

Treat yourself and your guests to a cup of tea in the traditional Chinese way, a teacup with a lid so your tea will not get cold. The cups can also be used as Pot-de-Crèmes

MEASUREMENTS
Cup is 2 1/2 in diameter x 2 1/4" tall. With the cover, each cup is 3 1/4 in tall.
Weighs 4 lbs 12 oz

CONDITION
One cup has a rim chip. Several cups have typical kiln flaws, such as pin spots and glaze misses. Otherwise there are no damages. less