Cup and saucer
CultureChinese
Dateearly 19th century
MediumPorcelain with enamel and gilding
DimensionsA: 2 3/8 x 3 1/2 inches (6.05 x 8.89 cm)
B: 4 3/4 inches (12.07 cm)
B: 4 3/4 inches (12.07 cm)
Credit LineBequest of Jeanne McCray Beals in memory of David Thomas Beals II, Helen Ward Beals, and David Thomas Beals III
Object number2006.9.19.A,B
On View
Not on viewCollections
DescriptionCup and saucer with black enamel and gilding of butterflies and floral ornament. The small cup is cylindrical with a small handle from just below the lip of the cup to close to the bottom. The saucer, of slightly thinner and lighter porcelain than the cup, has a gently curving rim.
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35-429/6 A,B
35-429/4 A,B