Rare Chelsea trembleuse tea-cup and saucer with insect decoration
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A fine and rare Chelsea branch moulded baluster shaped trembleuse tea-cup and saucer, painted in 'Hans Sloane' style with butterflies and insects, a caterpillar and a dragonfly, in the manner of J G Klinger of Meissen. English circa 1755, under-shadow painting style, red anchor mark. Provenance: Robyn Robb England. 08/06/2015 (7500 pounds). Robert Burke collection no 114, 6.5 cm high, 8 cm long across the handle, 12 cm diameter
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