Very Rare Chinese Tea Party Pattern Teabowl and Saucer c1775-80

An 18th century Lowestoft porcelain teabowl and saucer, transfer printed with the very rare Chinese party pattern c1775-80.

The Teabowl measures 8cm in dimeter and stands 4cm tall. It displays as perfect, but has a restored 2.7cm hairline crack running from the rim. This is invisible on display and can only be seen when using a light. There is no other damage or restoration.

The Saucer measures 12.6cm in diameter. It is in excellent condition without damage or restoration. There are stilt marks to the rim from manufacture.

Unmarked.

This pattern can be found on page 200 of British blue and white saucers by Steven Goss.