Chinese Blue and White Porcelain Tea Pot. Chinese blue and white porcelain tea pot, he main body hand painted with prominent stylized floral motif, likely a peony or lotus, surrounded by intricate scrolling foliage and geometric patterns. The lid adorned with a swirling cloud or wave pattern, and a similar design is present on the handle and spout. With red wax export seal on base.

Size: 4 1/2 x 6 x 3 1/2 in.

Chinese blue and white porcelain, originating during the Tang dynasty but reaching its height in the Yuan and Ming periods, is celebrated for its striking cobalt-blue designs painted on a white porcelain body. Artisans used finely ground cobalt pigment to create intricate patterns—ranging from floral and geometric motifs to scenes of mythology, landscape, and daily life—before glazing and firing the pieces at high temperatures to achieve a vivid, durable contrast. These wares were highly prized both domestically and abroad, fueling extensive trade along the Silk Road and later maritime routes. Renowned for its technical mastery, elegance, and artistic versatility, blue and white porcelain remains one of China’s most iconic contributions to global ceramic art and a symbol of cultural sophistication and craftsmanship.

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