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This is a striking vintage Chinese porcelain teacup , featuring a dramatic flambé glaze and applied beast-head handles. The cup …
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This is a striking vintage Chinese porcelain teacup , featuring a dramatic flambé glaze and applied beast-head handles. The cup is of a rounded, bowl-like form with a short foot and two prominent, stylized animal-head handles applied to the sides, finished in a pale yellow-ochre glaze. The body and interior are covered in a rich, streaky flambé glaze, a stunning mix of deep copper-red and milky white that creates a natural, mottled "fur-like" or splashed pattern, a result of the kiln transformation process. This glaze effect is highly prized in Chinese ceramics for its unpredictable and unique beauty. The foot ring is unglazed, revealing a pale, sandy clay body. This is a tactile and decorative piece, perfect for tea ceremonies or as a collectible display object.
Dimensions & Measurements:
Height: 5 cm (approx. 1.97 inches)
Width: 7 cm (approx. 2.76 inches)
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- Dimensions
- 2.76ʺW × 2.76ʺD × 1.97ʺH
- Styles
- Chinese
- Period
- Late 20th Century
- 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
- Good vintage condition. The glazed surface is glossy and intact, with minor surface wear and light scratches consistent with age. … moreGood vintage condition. The glazed surface is glossy and intact, with minor surface wear and light scratches consistent with age. The flambé glaze is vibrant and well-preserved. The applied beast-head handles are intact. The unglazed foot ring shows natural firing marks and minor wear. Please review all photos carefully for details. less
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