Cup and Saucer with Fluted Rims

Name/Title

Cup and Saucer with Fluted Rims

Entry/Object ID

2007.12.1

Type of Sculpture

Free Standing

Artwork Details

Medium

porcelain, Ceramic

Made/Created

Date made

circa 1830

Dimensions

Height

2 in

Width

4-1/2 in

Interpretative Labels

Label

(from 2018.Shifting Perspectives) Famille rose enamelled porcelains were popularized in the 18th and 19th century and represent a small percentage of what shipped in China Trade cargoes to Europe and America. Literally translated as the 'pink family.' The term famille rose refers to the use of rose-colored enamel against an opaque white ground. During the Qianlong reign (1711-1799), artists began incorporating more colors into their decorations, using foreign materials and techniques. The Chinese export porcelain given to the Mulvane by Harry Snyder feature a rose mandarin pattern, meaning that they depict only one central scene.