Theeservies 1775

This 1775 tea service from the Rijksmuseum, featuring a teapot, creamer, sugar bowl, and a small dish, was painted by Loosdrecht, and features a delicate purple landscape scene with a gold trim. This tea set, a Dutch porcelain, highlights the detailed craftsmanship and artistic sensibilities of the time. It also demonstrates the increasing popularity of tea drinking in the 18th century, becoming a fashionable activity in Europe.