Museum Collections
Luce Center
Cup and saucer
Object Number:
1940.41ab
Date:
ca. 1770
Medium:
Porcelain
Dimensions:
cup: 2 x 3 3/4 x 3 in. ( 5.1 x 9.5 x 7.6 cm )
saucer: 1 1/4 x 5 1/8 in. ( 3.2 x 13 cm )
Marks:
painted: in blue underglaze on saucer reverse and beneath cup base: crossed lines
painted: beneath saucer: enameller's mark "E"
Description:
Porcelain cup with handle and saucer; double row of molded reeding in interior; painted purple enamel rock and chrysanthemum pattern; gilt rim, foot, and handle.
Gallery Label:
This cup and saucer are part of the tea service 1940.37-45.
Credit Line:
Gift of Mrs. Augustus Van Horne Ellis
Due to ongoing research, information about this object is subject to change.