Chinese BATAVIA Ware Mocha Blue & White Porcelain KOI FISH Tea Cup Set of 5
An unusual set of 5 Chinese export Batavia Ware tea cups. Each with blue and white interiors showing what I think are koi fish, and a rich brown glaze on the outside. Batavia wares have a typical style of decoration in which large parts of the object are glazed with an underglaze brown color. This decoration is also known as "Capuchin ware" or "Cafe au lait".
Each measures 2" tall x 2 7/8"
Excellent condition, no chips, cracks, or repairs. Light wear to glaze, one cup has some remnants at base of interior.
10762-29
