Overglaze
Printing on Earthenware and Stoneware 1750-1800, printed and painted
Additional Image:
Shown here is the opposite side of the mug decorated with an exotic bird design.
A close up of the chinoiserie design is shown here.
Shape Type
Miscellaneous
Pattern Type
Chinese, Asian and Other Exotic Themes
Date
1795-1800
Dimensions
- Height: 5.75 in (14.61 cm)
Maker
Unknown
Description:
A pearlware tapered mug printed in black with additional enamel colors added. A red enameled design imitating a shell-edge was added to the rim. This print appears to incorporate an interesting combination of two popular Chinese-inspired themes; that of La Dame Chinoise and the Jumping Boy.BACK TO CATALOG INDEX