Exquisite porcelain cup and saucer (6891)

Cup height: approx. 6.0 cm Cup diameter: approx. 5.5 cm Saucer diameter: approx. 11.5 cm

Antique Limoges Porcelain Cup with Saucer — Louis XVI Style

A Boudoir Era Snapshot, Marie Antoinette:

The morning sun slowly breaks through the branches of the Trianon palace garden trees, casting golden rays onto the white-painted boudoir wall panels and silk wallpaper. On a delicate table, next to freshly picked wildflowers and an open letter, lie two small objects whose cobalt bands recall the colours of the royal guard’s ceremonial uniforms. Delicate, manicured fingers, accustomed to the bows of marquises and counts, reach for the thin porcelain rim, its gold shimmering in the early morning light.

The air is filled with the warm scent of freshly brewed coffee and powdered wigs, mingling with the freshness of garden dew from the open window. This classic heart-shaped frame and the delicate brushstrokes of golden ears on a white background seem to embody the queen’s longing for the simplified, pastoral life of nature in her private village. The light brightens, illuminating every precise stroke of the master’s hand on this form that holds the elegance of the last peaceful century.

Period of Manufacture The item was crafted in the first half of the 20th century as a high-quality historical reproduction, fully emulating and honouring the refinement and classicist design language of royal court porcelain from the second half of the 18th century (Louis XVI period).

Manufacturer / Signature / Mark The base of both items bears an authentic hand-painted blue mark: “Decor main / Limoges / Reproduction du XVIII S” (Hand-painted / Limoges / 18th Century Reproduction), complemented by the artist’s monogram signature. This mark attests to its origin from France’s most renowned porcelain region and its exclusive, limited handcrafted production.

Rarity and Significance The set stands out for its rigorous and academically precise classicist ornamentation. The primary decorative motif is a golden ear of wheat intertwined with attributes of a gardener or harvest festival (a sickle, a fan), which was a characteristic trend in the neoclassical fashion of the aristocracy in the 18th century. The two-tone blue bands (dark cobalt and light blue enamel) create a spatial and architectural sense of framing.

Application This demitasse-sized cup is an exquisite piece for porcelain collections, as well as an elegant design object for a classic, neoclassical, or Chateau style interior. It will serve as a delicate and aristocratic accent on a display cabinet or a precious metal tray.

Condition The porcelain is in excellent historical condition—free of cracks, chips, hairlines, or restorations. The hand-painted gold lines and enamel bands are brilliantly vibrant, and there are virtually no signs of wear on the fully gilded handle, attesting to the careful preservation of the piece. The condition of the item is fully reflected in the photographs.

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