Details
Description
A striking Chinese export porcelain tea caddy, dating to the Republic Period (circa 1912–1940). The hexagonal body is decorated with …
Read more
A striking Chinese export porcelain tea caddy, dating to the Republic Period (circa 1912–1940). The hexagonal body is decorated with a bold iron-red key-fret ground, inset with quatrefoil reserves finely painted in famille rose enamels. Each cartouche depicts flowering branches and birds in vibrant pink, yellow, green, and turquoise tones, exemplifying the refined artistry of the period.
The caddy retains its original conforming lid, painted with matching red scrollwork and floral accents. The contrast between the rich iron-red lattice and the soft famille rose palette creates a highly decorative effect, making this piece both functional and collectible.
See less
- Dimensions
- 3.5ʺW × 2.5ʺD × 6.75ʺH
- Styles
- Chinese
- Period
- 1930s
- Country of Origin
- China
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Porcelain
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Red
- Condition Notes
- Excellent condition with wear consistent with age. Excellent condition with wear consistent with age. less
Questions about the item?
Returns & Cancellations
Return Policy - All sales are final 48 hours after delivery, unless otherwise specified in the description of the product.
Cancellation Policy - Prior to shipping or local pickup, buyers may cancel an order for up to 48 hours, unless otherwise specified.
Related Collections
- Shaker Bottles and Jars and Jugs
- Deruta Bottles and Jars and Jugs
- Gustavsberg Bottles and Jars and Jugs
- Acrylic Bottles and Jars and Jugs
- Ralph Lauren Bottles and Jars and Jugs
- Satsuma Bottles and Jars and Jugs
- Mottahedeh Bottles and Jars and Jugs
- Beech Bottles and Jars and Jugs
- Portieux Vallerysthal Bottles and Jars and Jugs
- Crocks
- Wicker Bottles and Jars and Jugs
- Cookie Jars
- Apothecary Jars
- Japanese Bottles and Jars and Jugs
- Antique Water Jugs
- Candy Jars
- Murano Glass Bottles and Jars and Jugs
- 1800s Perfume Bottles
- 1950s Perfume Bottles
- Apothecary Bottles
- Robinson Ransbottom Pottery Co. Bottles and Jars and Jugs
- Creamware Bottles and Jars and Jugs
- Adirondack Bottles and Jars and Jugs
- Egyptian Revival Bottles and Jars and Jugs
- Seguso Vetri d'Arte Bottles and Jars and Jugs