Chinese Porcelain Tea Bowl
DateQing Dynasty, late 18th century
Object NameBowl
Mediumporcelain
ClassificationsCeramics
DimensionsOverall: Height: 3.5 cm
Rim: Diameter: 7 cm
Base: Diameter: 3.5 cm
Rim: Diameter: 7 cm
Base: Diameter: 3.5 cm
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS015640
About MeThe almost paper thinness of the porcelain used for this bowl typifies the exemplary porcelain production of China during this period. When tea was first imported to Britain in the 17th century, it was usual to drink it from bowls in the Chinese manner. Paintings of the period show a silver tea service with porcelain bowls. Porcelain was used so that the bowl would not be too hot to handle when filled with tea. In the early days of trading, tea was a luxury commodity, exclusive to those who could afford it. The decorative containers in which it was served were also highly prized.
Qing Dynasty, late 18th century
Qing Dynasty, 19th century
Qing Dynasty, late 19th century
Qing Dynasty, 19th Century
James Cromar Watt
Qing Dynasty, 1650-1699 or possibly 19th century copy
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