Skip to product information
1 of 9

Unbranded

Chinese 18th/19th C Canton ware blue and white porcelain cream and sugar

Chinese 18th/19th C Canton ware blue and white porcelain cream and sugar

Regular price £128.00 GBP
Regular price £236.00 GBP Sale price £128.00 GBP
Sale Sold out
Shipping calculated at checkout.

 

Hand-painted and potted early American ware produced in Canton, China in the late 18th or early 19th century. The glazes are thick and oh so soft. The cobalt blue paintings are intricate, fine and are precursors to the willow ware pattern.
 
Heavy, thickly potted porcelain round vessels painted with a nice dark blue cobalt underglaze. The design is of pagodas and buildings surrounding a lake with fishing boats, and there is the ubiquitous willow trees on both. Both pieces have borders at the mouth and scrolling floral paintings on the handles. The glazes feel smooth, silky, thick and look shiny.
 
Both the sugar and creamer have applied loop handles. They have unglazed shallow, cut foot rings, and the bases are glazed. The sugar bowl has an unglazed mouth. It probably once had a lid.
 
There are no marks or labels.
 
MEASUREMENTS
The sugar measures 5 ½” (14.0 cm) wide x 4 ¼” (10.8 cm) diameter x 3 ¾” (9.5 cm) tall.
The creamer measures 4 7/8” (12.4 cm) long x 3 ½” (8.9 cm) diameter x 3 ½” (8.9 cm) tall (at tip of handle)
Total weight 1 lb 3.2 oz (545 g)
 
CONDITION  
There are no cracks, chips or breaks. The spout and handles on the creamer have some glaze frits. There are glaze flaws, such as black dots, cobalt explosions, bumps, and pinhole reserves. The glazes are bright and shiny. The sugar is missing its lid.
 
A great pair of Canton ware serving pieces to add to your early American collection. They will look great with many decors like shabby chic, French country, or eclectic. 

Shipping & Returns

Shipping

Shipping charges will be calculated at checkout. Please see our Shipping Policy for full detials

Hassle-free Refunds

If you are not pleased with your purchase, simply contact us by email or phone within 30 days of delivery of your item to arrange for its return and a refund of the purchase price. Please see our Refund Policy for full details.

View full details

Receive Notifications of Our New Listings