Chinese Export European Subject Hot Milk Jug

Description

Chinese export European subject porcelain hot milk jug and cover, Qianlong ca. 1770. Decorated with an amorous couple seated in a wooden glen below a Cupid flying holding a torch of love. Possibly after a Watteau artwork. Molded gadrooned handle.

Provenance: Helen McGehee Antiques, Delray Beach, Florida, 4 September 1997; The Distinguished Collection of Leo & Doris Hodroff.
Height: 6 in x width: 4 in x diameter: 3 in.

Condition

There are no major chips, cracks, losses, or restorations under UV light. Light wear to the upper rim, the bottom of the lid, and the footrim. Some loss to the gilt decoration throughout.

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Chinese Export European Subject Hot Milk Jug

Name: Chinese Export European Subject Hot Milk Jug
SKU: 245359680
Price: 150 USD
Availability: InStock

Lot 0912

Estimate $300-$600Nov 12, 2026, 11:00 AM EST

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