Celadon glazed cup

Chinese Collection

Accession Nr.: 2500
Type: object for daily use; pottery
Date of production:
Late 19th century
Qing dynasty
Place of production:
Acquisition: collection of Ferenc Hopp
Marks: underglazed cobalt ri 'sun' mark
Materials: porcelain
Techniques: celadon
Dimensions: height: 4.2 cm
diameter (mouth): 7.4 cm
diameter (base): 2.8 cm
This cup shape was popular in China for several centuries. Such items were widespread in the 19th century; they were used in almost all Chinese households.