Cup (2) - Porcelain - Empire Cup Old Paris
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A rare two‑piece porcelain cup with saucer from Paris porcelain, dating to the Imperial period (circa 1805–1820), featuring a deep blue ground with extensive gold detailing, a gilded handle ending in a relief mask, and an interior fully gilded.
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Rare 'Litron' cup with saucer – France, Empire period, early 19th century (c. 1805-1820)
Elegant cup with saucer in French porcelain, part of the Parisian production of the Empire period. Made in the classic 'Litron' shape, it features a refined deep blue ground enriched by rich 24-karat gold gilding.
The decoration includes medallions with polychrome putti, gilded palmette motifs, a swan, and neoclassical garlands. The handle, finely molded and gilded, ends with a characteristic raised grotesque mask, a decorative element typical of high-quality productions of the era.
Interior completely gilded and original coordinated saucer.
Period: early 19th century (about 1805-1820)
Origin: France (Paris porcelain)
Material: hand-painted and gilded porcelain
Conditions: good overall condition with normal wear to the gilding and slight signs of aging compatible with over 200 years of age. It is recommended to carefully view the photographs, which are part of the description.
Dimensions: as shown in the photos
Rare 'Litron' cup with saucer – France, Empire period, early 19th century (c. 1805-1820)
Elegant cup with saucer in French porcelain, part of the Parisian production of the Empire period. Made in the classic 'Litron' shape, it features a refined deep blue ground enriched by rich 24-karat gold gilding.
The decoration includes medallions with polychrome putti, gilded palmette motifs, a swan, and neoclassical garlands. The handle, finely molded and gilded, ends with a characteristic raised grotesque mask, a decorative element typical of high-quality productions of the era.
Interior completely gilded and original coordinated saucer.
Period: early 19th century (about 1805-1820)
Origin: France (Paris porcelain)
Material: hand-painted and gilded porcelain
Conditions: good overall condition with normal wear to the gilding and slight signs of aging compatible with over 200 years of age. It is recommended to carefully view the photographs, which are part of the description.
Dimensions: as shown in the photos
Details
Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
Empire Cup Old Paris
Number of objects
2
Country of origin
France
Material
Porcelain
Colour
Blue, Gold
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
12 cm
Width
13 cm
Depth
13 cm
Estimated period
1800-1850
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