Etsy - OneBakerStreet 19Th Century Victorian Porcelain Tea Cup & Saucer
Description
This opulent porcelain cup & saucer was produced by Sir James Duke & Nephews during the 19th century, circa 1862. Sir James Duke & Nephews produced high quality Etruscan ware, parian ware & porcelain from the Hill Pottery, Staffordshire, England. The pottery was formerly owned by Samuel Alcock & Co who ran the factory from 1828 - 1859. Sir James Duke & nephews ownership period was very short, from the year 1860 - 1863. This makes this cup & saucer rare & desirable for a collector. The porcelain has excellent transparency. Each of the pieces feature hand painted gilt flowers & foliage upon a rich crimson ground, the quality of the gilding is outstanding. Each of the bases features a hand painted pattern number mark reading '6/557'. The pair will display excellently, this is an attractive pattern & we have not found another example. This is the perfect piece for anyone who collects rare porcelain. Measuring: Width including handle 3 7/8 inch (10 cm) by height 2 3/8 inch (6 cm). Saucer diameter 5.75 inch (14.5 cm). Condition: Three small shallow surface chips to the foot rim of the cup. Item ID:12550 19Th Century Victorian Porcelain Tea Cup & Saucer, By Sir James Duke, Circa 1862, Red Gold
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