Four Porcelain Libation Cups
QING DYNASTY (1644-1912)
清 德化白瓷梅樁杯三件及松石地魚化龍爵杯
comprising three blanc-de-chine examples: each molded as if nestled within an open nest of roots that grow in relief to flowering branches, of which one is fitted with a loop handle mounted to a scalloped brass band about the mouth rim. The other a polychrome enameled example with coral and gilt decorated goldfish worked in relief, the interior mouth ring decorated with green ground scrollwork.
Height of largest 3 in., 7.6 cm.