Nature Motif

Name: Nature Motif
 
Type: Chinese Porcelain Nature Motif Mugs (Pair)
 
Year: Late 20th century (c. 1980s–1990s)
 
Set: Yes ( 2x Mugs )
 
Mark: Made in China - Unknown maker, marked "Handpainted Decoration, Made in China"
 
History: These are hand-painted porcelain mugs made in China, bearing motifs and stylistic elements inspired by the Rose Medallion pattern—an iconic design from the Qing Dynasty but reproduced heavily during the 20th century. The mugs feature intricate enameling with birds, butterflies, and floral medallions framed in cartouches bordered by auspicious Chinese symbols and scrollwork.
 
 
The stamp on the base includes the English phrase "Handpainted Decoration – Made in China", alongside stylized Chinese characters, which is consistent with export ware from the post-Cultural Revolution reform period (late 1970s onward). This export mark was common in porcelain sold for Western markets, especially decorative household items.
 
 
The quality of painting—especially the polychrome detail and generous gilding—suggests mid- to upper-tier mass production, likely from a decorative porcelain factory geared toward the export trade. Wear to the gilt detailing (notably visible in the close-up) supports the estimate of several decades in age and moderate use.
 
 
These pieces are typical of the revivalist chinoiserie trends that catered to collectors of traditional Chinese aesthetic during the late 20th century, but they are not antique. However, their appeal lies in the hand-finished artistry and their collectible value as decorative chinoiserie.
 
Flaws: Slight fade to the paint , one mug has a restored chip.