Cup and saucer c. 1765 - 1770

This cup and saucer, produced by the Weesper porseleinfabriek in the Netherlands around 1765-1770, exemplifies the Chinoiserie style popular in European decorative arts during the 18th century. The porcelain is decorated with a delicate floral motif and a central figure of a man in traditional Chinese clothing, holding an umbrella, suggesting a scene from a Chinese garden. This intricate design, inspired by Chinese art and culture, was highly sought after by collectors who admired its exotic and whimsical appeal.