Cup (part of a service) 1735 - 1745

This porcelain cup, part of a larger service, was created by Dutch artist Cornelis Pronk between 1735 and 1745. The cup is decorated with a distinctive floral pattern, featuring stylized leaves and a geometric latticework, executed in shades of blue, red, and white. Pronk was known for his skilled use of Chinese porcelain, reflecting the growing popularity of Chinoiserie in Europe during the 18th century. The cup is currently held at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.