White and gold porcelain chocolate cup - Europe, 19th century
Elegant white porcelain cup and saucer, decorated with golden floral motifs and solid gold trim. The lower part of the cup features a cobalt blue band with rich golden scroll decoration. The interior is completely gilded, while the exterior is embellished with large stylized flowers and gilded leaves. The modeled and twisted handle, with a volute termination, recalls typical models from the first half of the 19th century. Likely a chocolate cup, slightly larger than common coffee cups: Diameter with handle: 9 cm Cup body diameter: 7.5 cm Cup height: 8.5 cm Saucer diameter: 14.5 cm Good condition, with slight signs of wear to the gilding; the porcelain is perfectly intact, without factory marks or identifying engravings. For further information, high-resolution photographs or technical details, please do not hesitate to contact us. Worldwide shipping available with professional packaging.