Chinese family 1745 - 1760

This porcelain scent bottle, created by the Saint James's Factory between 1745 and 1760, depicts a Chinese family. It features a man and a woman dressed in traditional garb, holding a small child, while a parrot sits atop a tree trunk. This figurine highlights the fascination with Chinese culture and its exoticism in 18th-century Europe. It is a prime example of Chinoiserie, a style that borrowed motifs from East Asian art and aesthetics. The bottle's small size, detailed painting, and captivating subject matter make it a captivating piece of decorative art.