Rare in-and-out chupu, such as this museum piece with its salmon pink-ground and apple green funnel finial, would have been specially custom ordered for important occasions. The exterior is decorated with phoenixes and peonies.
The interior features a medallion with a white crane and Flowers of the Four Seasons. The chupu would have been used to contain tonics such as birds’ nest to be served to the bride and groom during their wedding.
Nice chupu
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