Elegant pair of Saxe porcelain tea cups with matching saucers, produced in Saxony, Germany, circa 1860–1880.
The cups bear a blue underglaze mark with a crown above crossed swords, characteristic of Saxon porcelain factories inspired by the Meissen tradition. The saucers are unmarked, which is consistent with production practices of the period.
Each piece is finely hand-painted with vibrant floral bouquets featuring roses, wildflowers, and delicate foliage. The gently scalloped rims are enriched with hand-applied gilding in Rococo taste.
The porcelain is bright white with a glossy glaze, and the painting displays confident brushwork and layered colour typical of high-quality 19th-century German decorative porcelain.
Manufactory: Saxe
Details:
• Origin: Saxony, Germany
• Date: c.1860–1880
• Material: Porcelain, hand-painted, gilt decoration
• Style: Rococo Revival / Historicism (19th century)
• Dimensions: Saucers (2 pcs):; Diameter: 13 cm / 5.1 inches; Cups (2 pcs):; Diameter: 6.5 cm / 2.6 inches; Height: 5 cm / 2 inches
• Condition: Very good antique condition. Cups: Gilding and painting well preserved No cracks observed Minor age-related wear Saucers: Light wear to gilded rims No maker’s marks No visible restorations Overall condition is very good for 19th-century porcelain. (Please refer to photos - they are part of the description.)
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