This teacup is a blend of Chinese and Japanese influences. Its pattern, consisting of a leafy scroll with stylised lotus flowers, resembles closely the decoration on Chinese blue and white porcelain. On the other hand, it is decorated in the Imari palette of blue, red and gold. The Worcester manufacturers were adept at absorbing multiple influences to create new patterns of their own. The Japanese Imari style had one of the greatest impact on European ceramics. Imari porcelain was produced in the area of Arita in present-day Saga prefecture on Kyushu Island. Imari derived its name from the port from where it was shipped. The range of enamels used on Imari wares is fairly wide but generally consists of blue, red and gold.
