Celadon glazed cup

Chinese Collection

Accession Nr.: 2519
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) character
Materials: porcelain
Techniques: celadon
Dimensions: height: 4 cm
diameter (mouth): 7.3 cm
diameter (base): 2.6 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.