Bird-cage cup 1662 - 1722

This small, blue and white porcelain cup, known as a "bird-cage cup," is a beautiful example of Chinese craftsmanship from the 17th or 18th century. It features a carved wooden lid with a turquoise finial and is decorated with figures in a garden setting, painted in the underglaze blue technique. This cup, now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, exemplifies the intricate artistry and decorative traditions of Chinese porcelain production.