A small, round, famille rose teapot from the Tongzhi reign of the Qing Dynasty, delicate and elegant.

◤Product Name: Small porcelain jar with famille rose tea leaves from the Tongzhi period of the Qing Dynasty Introduction to Famille Rose Porcelain: Jingdezhen is known for its four renowned porcelains: blue and white porcelain, famille rose porcelain, exquisite porcelain, and colored glaze porcelain. Among these, famille rose porcelain is hailed as a treasure of Oriental art. Also known as soft color, famille rose porcelain is an overglaze decoration on porcelain. The development of famille rose porcelain is said to have begun during the reign of Emperor Kangxi, reached its peak during the reign of Emperor Yongzheng, and reached its peak during the reign of Emperor Qianlong. Famille rose porcelain is a type of porcelain that uses pastel as the main decorative technique. It is named after the lead powder component in the color material. The production of pastel porcelain requires two steps in the kiln. First, it is fired at a high temperature of more than 1300 degrees to form a porcelain body. Then, the white porcelain out of the kiln is fired. After outlining the design and filling it with color, the work is baked for the second time at a high temperature of over 700 degrees Celsius before it is considered complete. The painting of pastel porcelain is delicate, the colors are soft and have a sense of relief, and the pictures are full of strong national characteristics. ◤ Characteristics of Famille Rose Porcelain: The most notable feature of Famille Rose Porcelain is its rich sense of layering. Combined with traditional Chinese poetry, calligraphy, painting, and seal carving, it is elegant and smooth, nurturing a unique porcelain beauty. Features: The belly jar is painted with patterns of flowers, birds, butterflies, peonies, trees, etc., and there is a sentence "Not following the paintings of the ages, but blooming alone, a single red branch", full of poetic and picturesque feelings. ◤Material: Porcelain ◤Dimensions: Base diameter approximately 6 cm; Height approximately 9 cm; Lid approximately 10 cm; Belly circumference approximately 31 cm Total weight: Approximately 338 g ◤Origin: China Price: $3,800/piece ◤Quantity: Only one piece, a century-old antique collection, in good condition, a must-have for Chinese antique lovers Note: We strive to provide complete item descriptions and photos, but please use your own discretion to determine the value and age of the item. Antique items have no warranty period or appreciation period, and no returns or exchanges are accepted after the product is sold. Most old items have signs of age, such as oxidation, paint loss, scratches, etc. These are all normal phenomena. Please think twice and place an order only if you can accept these imperfections!