Skip to main content
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 9

19th Century, Old Paris Gilt Porcelain Floral Cup & Saucer Set

$295per set
£222.17per set
€259.58per set
CA$417.97per set
A$419.82per set
CHF 243.42per set
MX$5,122.26per set
NOK 2,817.12per set
SEK 2,890.51per set
DKK 1,940.50per set

About the Item

This remarkable 19th-century Old Paris gilt porcelain cup and saucer set embodies the timeless elegance and sophistication of French porcelain artistry from the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The set features a graceful and refined design, highlighted by the vibrant, hand-painted floral motifs that seem to burst with life. These delicate flowers, often in soft, pastel shades, are carefully arranged across the porcelain surface, evoking a sense of natural beauty and a celebration of the bountiful flora that inspired the Rococo and Neoclassical decorative arts of the period. The gilded accents that frame the edges of the cup and saucer add an opulent touch, providing a striking contrast to the floral designs. The fine gold detailing, applied with precision and finesse, highlights the craftsmanship of the period, accentuating the curves and delicate features of the porcelain. The luxurious gilding creates a radiant finish that enhances the porcelain’s sheen, adding an extra layer of elegance and grandeur to the set. The smooth, ivory-white porcelain itself is of the highest quality, its finish gleaming with a soft, lustrous sheen that exemplifies the exquisite material and expert firing techniques of Old Paris porcelain. The sculptural curves of the cup and saucer, paired with the fluid brushwork of the floral decoration, reflect the delicate balance of form and function that was a hallmark of French porcelain design during this period. The set’s understated elegance, combined with the rich gilded borders and vibrant floral imagery, evokes the height of refinement and taste, capturing the essence of 19th-century French luxury. It remains a timeless treasure, offering collectors and connoisseurs a window into the opulent world of Old Paris porcelain, with its harmonious blend of natural beauty, intricate design, and artistic mastery. Ideal for display or as a functional piece in a collector’s cabinet, this set remains a symbol of French craftsmanship and the decorative artistry that flourished during a golden age of porcelain production. Measures: 5.625" w (saucer) 4" h x 3.75" d x 3.125" w (cup)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4 in (10.16 cm)Diameter: 5.625 in (14.29 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor wear commensurate with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7838243067622

More From This Seller

View All
19th Century French, Boudois & Bloch Floral Gold-Trimmed Cup & Saucer Set

19th Century French, Boudois & Bloch Floral Gold-Trimmed Cup & Saucer Set

Located in Atlanta, GA

An exquisite example of 19th-century French porcelain artistry, this luxurious cup and saucer set bears the mark of the renowned Parisian atelier Boudois & Bloch. Known for their exc...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Belle Époque Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Fine & High Quality Porcelain Tea Cup / Saucer - Rice Grain - Gilt Enameled

Fine & High Quality Porcelain Tea Cup / Saucer - Rice Grain - Gilt Enameled

Located in Atlanta, GA

Unknown Maker, likely French. Incredibly high quality make - Delicate porcelain with floral and foliate enamel detailing to surfaces - Gold accents to the rims and around each "Rice ...

Category

20th Century French Art Nouveau Tea Sets

Materials

Enamel

Antique Meissen Porcelain Floral Encrusted Tea Cup & Saucer

Antique Meissen Porcelain Floral Encrusted Tea Cup & Saucer

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Atlanta, GA

Meissen, Germany, late 19th to early 20th century Hard-paste porcelain, hand-painted with polychrome enamels and gilt accents, applied porcelain flowers, five small knop feet. ...

Category

Antique 19th Century German Aesthetic Movement Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century, Old Paris Porcelain Gilt & Floral Enamel Covered Sugar Bowl

19th Century, Old Paris Porcelain Gilt & Floral Enamel Covered Sugar Bowl

By Old Paris

Located in Atlanta, GA

This elegant 19th-century Old Paris porcelain covered sugar bowl exemplifies the refined craftsmanship and luxurious aesthetic of the period. The sugar bowl is richly adorned with ha...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Aesthetic Movement Porcelain

Materials

Enamel

Antique Dresden Floral Encrusted & Pierced Porcelain Compote

Antique Dresden Floral Encrusted & Pierced Porcelain Compote

By Dresden Porcelain

Located in Atlanta, GA

This early 20th-century Dresden floral encrusted and pierced porcelain compote retains the timeless elegance and sophisticated craftsmanship associated with the legendary Dresden por...

Category

Early 20th Century German Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Sevres 19th C., Chateau Des Tuileries 1846 Louis Phillippe Cup / Saucer Set

Sevres 19th C., Chateau Des Tuileries 1846 Louis Phillippe Cup / Saucer Set

By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres

Located in Atlanta, GA

Sevres, 20 Pieces (10 Sets) Circa 1846. Made for the Chateau Des Tuileries service of Louis Phillippe This exquisite Sèvres porcelain cup and saucer grouping (10 sets) dates to the Louis-Philippe era, featuring the royal monogram of King Louis-Philippe I (reigned 1830–1848). The monogram, prominently displayed on the saucers, is encircled by a laurel wreath and crowned, signifying its royal provenance and connection to French aristocracy. The set was likely commissioned for or associated with the Château des Tuileries, as indicated by the markings on the underside. The design includes a regal cobalt blue border with intricate gilded ivy patterns, hand-painted cherubs, and floral medallions on the tea cups. Gilded accents, including the delicate handles, enhance the opulence of this neoclassical-style set. The artistry and precision reflect the mastery of the Sèvres porcelain factory during this period. This Louis-Philippe monogrammed tea set is a rare and historically significant collection, ideal for collectors of French royal memorabilia or fine European porcelain...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Louis Philippe Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

You May Also Like

Antique Sevres Style Paris Porcelain Gilt Tea Cup Saucer Alexander Great Dante

Antique Sevres Style Paris Porcelain Gilt Tea Cup Saucer Alexander Great Dante

By Royal Vienna Porcelain

Located in Dublin, Ireland

An exceptional French Paris porcelain tea cup complete with its original undertray, of outstanding quality. First quarter of the nineteenth century. Exquisitely painted with Class...

Category

Antique 19th Century Austrian Regency Tea Sets

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain

Rare Imperial Vienna Porcelain Cup & Saucer by Josef Nigg - Austria - Circa 1817

Rare Imperial Vienna Porcelain Cup & Saucer by Josef Nigg - Austria - Circa 1817

By Imperial Porcelain Factory

Located in Chatham, ON

IMPERIAL VIENNA PORCELAIN MANUFACTORY (Manufacturer / 1718-1864) - JOSEF NIGG (Attributed / Painter / 1782-1863) - Rare museum quality Biedermeier porcelain cup and saucer from the m...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Austrian Biedermeier Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Vienna Porcelain - Rococo Cup and Saucer, late 18th century

Vienna Porcelain - Rococo Cup and Saucer, late 18th century

Located in DELFT, NL

Vienna Porcelain Coffee or Mokka Cup and Saucer with floral decoration. Product of the Vienna Porcelain Manufactory (German: Kaiserlich privilegierte Porcellain Fabrique), a porcela...

Category

Antique Late 18th Century Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Porcelain Tea Cup & Saucer, France By Vieux Paris, Early 19th C.

Porcelain Tea Cup & Saucer, France By Vieux Paris, Early 19th C.

By Manufacture Le Vieux Paris

Located in Rīga, LV

Porcelain tea cup and a saucer, Vieux Paris (Old Paris), France, Paris, beg. of 19th Century Additional Information: Materials: Porcelain, gilding, overglaze hand painting Vinta...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Tea Sets

Materials

Porcelain

Limoges Porcelain cup on a Gilt Bronze and Griotte Marble Base, 19th Century

Limoges Porcelain cup on a Gilt Bronze and Griotte Marble Base, 19th Century

Located in NICE, FR

A Limoges porcelain bowl featuring vibrant floral motifs both inside and around the rim. The bowl is elegantly mounted on a deep red Griotte marble base, adorned with finely detailed...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Decorative Bowls

Materials

Griotte Marble, Bronze