Porcelain Mustache Cup and Saucer, 19th Century

Porcelain : German : Mustache Cup

 

This is a large porcelain mustache cup and saucer, 19th century, of German or English manufacture. Brownish transfer ware pattern with ribbons and flowers.

The cup is blank is fluted, narrows to a scalloped footed base. The saucer is also fluted with a scalloped rim. A thin line of gold decorates the cup rim. The handle is scrolly with a circle for the drinker's finger. The saucer has gold wear to it's rim. There are remnants of gold along the round area where the cup fits into the saucer.

The cup is 4" by 2 1/2"H, the saucer is 6 1/4". There is a minute chip under the saucer rim 1/8" that does not upset the rim. There is a scratch line to the transfer on the cup. For both flaws see photos.

Item ID: 244