Chinese Flask-Shaped Porcelain Tea Caddy

Chinese Flask-Shaped Porcelain Tea Caddy
late 18th century, Chinese
Artist/Designer/Manufacturer: Unknown Chinese

Marking(s); notes: None; Chinese Qing Dynasty, late 18th century; Chinese Export armorial porcelain

Materials: porcelain, underglaze cobalt blue, gilt decoration

Cataloger Note: 18th-century Chinese Export porcelain tea caddy of flattened flask form, produced during the Qing Dynasty for the European market. Decorated with a hand-painted armorial crest featuring a central heraldic shield framed by ornamental mantling and ribbons. Accented with underglaze cobalt blue borders and gilt detailing along the neck, reflecting the traditional European heraldic designs commissioned on Chinese Export porcelain.
H. 6.25" x L. 3.75" x W. 1.75"

Condition
Repair and chip to the lid. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email to info@akibaantiques.com