Chinese Mandarin Porcelain Teapot, Qianlong period (1736–1795)
This teapot belongs to the category of so-called Mandarin porcelain, a style developed in the 18th century for the European export market. Characterised by its detailed figural scenes in famille rose enamels, it often depicted idealised domestic life, gardens, and architectural elements.
The example shown here is painted with a courtyard scene featuring scholars, attendants, and flowering trees, reflecting both Qing court aesthetics and European fascination with Chinese literati culture. *handle restored
From the collection of Dutch artist Jaap Nieuwenhuis (1927–2024) — painter, illustrator, and passionate collector. In his later years, Nieuwenhuis turned to watercolor still lifes, often featuring porcelain from his own collection, accompanied by patterned fabrics and fruit.
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