Tea set. China, Qing dynasty, mid-19th century.

Tea set. China, Qing dynasty, mid-19th century.
Consisting of teapot, two cups and a wicker box.
Hand-painted white porcelain. With metal handles, fittings and decorations.
All pieces signed on the base.
With wear on the inner lining and the wicker with some lack.
Measurements: 18 x 26 x 21 cm (basket).

This Chinese tea set consists of a cylindrical teapot and two small cups. All the pieces stand out for the laborious work in its decoration, as well as for the filleting and details in metal. The set is accompanied by a custom-made wicker box.