Chinese Export Porcelain Mug

18th century, unsigned, footed form, the front with large embossed medallion painted with a pleasant domestic scene, the rear have four smaller views variously showing songbirds or roosters.

5 in.

Private Collection, Fredericksburg, VA

The shape derives from silver or pewter mugs found in sea captains' cabins.

Minor losses to the rim; no repairs or damage revealed by black light examination.

$100 - 300