A Chinese famille rose cup, Tongzhi mark and of the period (1862 - 1874 AD). Of circular form, the exterior overglaze painted in enamels depicting a phoenix on a rocky outcrop amongst a variety of birds with the interior centrally decorated with two peaches amongst leaves. Four character overglaze painted iron red reign mark of Tongzhi in zhuanshu script beneath. 3.6 in (9.1 cm) diameter.