- Tags Marks Hallmarks:
- “中國製造 – Made in China” (red stamp)
- Pattern:
- Figures in a courtyard, birds, flowers, and butterflies
- Material:
- Porcelain
- Type or Style:
- Mug
- Circa:
- Mid-20th century
- Item Height:
- 3 7/8 in
- Item Width:
- 3 1/4 in
- Condition Notes:
- Excellent vintage condition; no chips, cracks, or repairs, with minimal wear.
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Pattern: Rose Medallion / Famille Rose
– Hand-painted with figures in a courtyard, birds, flowers, and butterflies.
– Rich polychrome enamels with gilded rim. -
Mark: “中國製造 – Made in China” (red stamp)
– Indicates mid-20th century export porcelain (1950s–1970s).
– Earlier Qing dynasty pieces are unmarked or marked “CHINA” (1890–1920s), while post-1919 export items usually have English stamps. -
Style: Rose Medallion wares were first made in the 18th century for export to Europe and America. By the mid-20th century, factories in China produced large quantities for tourists and export markets.
- Rose Medallion porcelain has always been popular with Western collectors because of its bright colors and lively storytelling scenes. Mugs are less common than plates or teapots, so they often draw attention among collectors of vintage Chinese export ware.
