Antique Chinese Export Rose Canton Mandarin Creamer, Ca. 1840

China Ca. 1840

A great example of this type of decoration which features unusually well painted figures of Mandarins in a courtyard, butterflies, peonies, carrots and a bug. The colors are strong.

Price

ON HOLD

Condition

Excellent condition except for heavy rubbing to the gold on the rim, moderate rubbing of the gold on the handle. No repairs or chips

Measurements

3" high, 5 1/2" long, 3 5/8" wide

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