A Chinese export famille rose porcelain mug, late 19th early 20th century,

of cylindrical form with slightly everted rim and loop handle, decorated with flowering peony and chrysanthemum issuing from rockwork, the reserve with further blossoming branches, to a white ground, the rim with iron red foliate scroll band, together with a famille rose punch bowl, of generous circular form with gently flared rim and raised foot, finely enamelled in famille rose palette, the exterior with scattered floral sprays beneath a richly ornamented border of drapery swags, tassels and diaper panels, interspersed with stylised motifs, the interior centred with a floral bouquet incorporating shells and insects, within a wide border of butterflies, ladybirds and floral garlands, all reserved on a white ground

Mug, 14cm high; Punch bowl 28.5cm diameter

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