Item Overview A beautifully crafted Chinese eggshell porcelain teacup, made in Jingdezhen in the mid‑20th century. The body is exceptionally thin — true eggshell quality, translucent when held to the light. Exquisitely painted with a Dragon and Phoenix among flowers on a rich gilded ground, bringing powerful blessings of prosperity, harmony and good fortune. Delicate, lightweight and full of character.
Mark & Period
• Base mark: Red four‑character seal — Jingdezhen Zhi (Made in Jingdezhen)
• Date: Mid‑20th century (c. 1960s–1980s) — fine quality export porcelain
• Decoration: Famille rose enamels with heavy gilding; dragon and phoenix design
Dimensions
• Diameter: 8.3 cm
• Height: approx. 4 cm
• Extremely thin and lightweight — exquisite eggshell craftsmanship
Design Details
• ✅ Dragon & Phoenix motif — dragon for power & fortune, phoenix for grace & virtue; together symbolise perfect harmony and auspicious blessings
• ✅ Gilded / gold ground — rich, warm gold background with vibrant famille rose enamels
• ✅ Scalloped rim with classic blue key‑fret border
• ✅ Eggshell thin porcelain — beautifully translucent against light, the hallmark of finest Jingdezhen craftsmanship
• ✅ Clean white interior, smooth and delicate
Condition
• ✅ Excellent condition — no chips, no cracks, no repairs