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Cup with a scene of Daoist temples
Cup with a scene of Daoist temples

Cup with a scene of Daoist temples

Place of OriginJingdezhen, Jiangxi province, China
Date1522-1566
DynastyMing dynasty (1368-1644), Reign of the Jiajing emperor (1522-1566)
MaterialsPorcelain with underglaze blue decoration
DimensionsH. 4 in x Diam. 4 1/2 in, H. 10.2 cm x Diam. 11.5 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB60P2374
DepartmentChinese Art
ClassificationsCeramics
On View
On view
LocationGallery 17
MarkingsJiajing mark and six-character mark in two columns
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Tea Making, 1300–present

To infuse drinkers with vitality, varieties of tea were made according to season and weather conditions. Tea became a part of the aesthetics of the imperial family and educated elite who sought ideal preparation requiring quality mountain spring water, high-quality tea from renowned tea plantations, and the perfect tea ware. Tea making involved pouring boiling water over tea leaves in specially designed pots, from which tea was poured into small cups for individual drinking.