Early 20th century, cylindrical form, in famille rose palette, depicting figures on horseback and another attendant with banner. Flat mouth rim with scrolling decoration in orange and with four character in mark in orange Hong Xian Nianzhi. H. 12 cm (4 3/4 in.) Note: In 1916 Yuan Shikai made himself Emperor. His reign under the name Hongxian lasted only 100 days. Provenance: Collection of a University of Guelph Professor.