{"product_id":"antique-chinese-export-famille-rose-teapot-qianlong-period-c-1740-60-floral-rococo-pink-trellis-porcelain-hand-painted-tea-ware","title":"Antique Chinese export famille rose teapot, Qianlong period c.1740–60, floral rococo pink trellis, porcelain hand-painted tea ware","description":"A fine Chinese export porcelain teapot from the early Qianlong period, dating to around 1740-1760. The ovoid, softly lobed body is decorated with circular medallions framed in iron-red enamel, each containing a hand-painted bouquet in delicate famille rose colours. A pink trellis-pattern border encircles the shoulder, interspersed with small floral sprigs, creating a refined and balanced decorative scheme. The domed lid repeats the same trellis and floral motifs and is topped with a knop retaining traces of its original gilding.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe elegant profile features a straight spout and a curved handle with a subtle ruyi-style spur. The smooth glaze and pale interior remain clean and well-preserved, a testament to the care given to this piece over almost three centuries.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis teapot represents the height of porcelain luxury in 18th-century Europe, exported for fashionable tea-drinkers and influencing early English porcelain manufacturers such as Worcester and New Hall. It stands as a beautiful example from the golden age of Chinese export ceramics.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\nHeight: 19.5 cm \/ 7.68″\u003cbr\u003e\nWidth (handle to spout): 25 cm \/ 9.84″\u003cbr\u003e\nBody diameter: 12.7 cm \/ 5″\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight: 772 g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition\u003cbr\u003e\nExcellent condition for its age. A minute glaze nibble to the spout, fine firing line to the handle, and light wear to gilding consistent with age and use. No structural repairs observed. Displays beautifully.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nShipping \u0026amp; Packaging\u003cbr\u003e\n• Fully tracked and insured worldwide shipping\u003cbr\u003e\n• Professional, secure packaging using recycled materials where possible\u003cbr\u003e\n• Customs documentation provided where required\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease review all photographs as they form part of the description and feel free to ask any questions\u003cbr\u003e\n","brand":"Gillers Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62882753872202,"sku":"B1439","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/5351\/6106\/files\/il_fullxfull.7327941330_hplj.jpg?v=1785900391","url":"https:\/\/gillersantiques.com\/products\/antique-chinese-export-famille-rose-teapot-qianlong-period-c-1740-60-floral-rococo-pink-trellis-porcelain-hand-painted-tea-ware","provider":"Gillers Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}