Tankard c. 1635 - 1650

This 17th-century blue and white porcelain tankard, made in China, depicts a figure in a landscape with a bridge and flowing water. The use of cobalt blue pigment on a white background is characteristic of Chinese porcelain during this period. The tankard's delicate design and high quality suggest it was intended for a wealthy patron. Such Chinese porcelain was highly sought after in Europe at the time, and this piece likely served as a luxurious drinking vessel for a Dutch collector. This is a piece from the Rijksmuseum collection in Amsterdam, Netherlands.