Eamag Selb Bavaria Child Cup and Saucer Set, Children Scenes, China

This fine porcelain cup and saucer set was produced by the Eamag manufactory in Selb, Bavaria. The piece is notable for its detailed children-themed scenes and an unusual handle morphology with a cross-shaped finial.

History: The Eamag brand (Erste Abteilung der Porzellanfabrik Arzberg-Maximiliansreuth AG) operated in the renowned ceramic center of Selb. The stamp on the base dates the manufacture of this set to approximately the 1920s. The illustrations depict scenes of children in rural settings, a recurring theme in interwar European porcelain.

Details and Condition:
- Period: 1920s
- Technique: White glazed porcelain with polychrome decals and gilded rims.
- Cup: Height 6.5 cm (2.56 inches), Diameter 6 cm (2.36 inches).
- Saucer: Diameter 13.5 cm (5.31 inches).
- Volume: 100 ml (3.38 oz).
- Total Weight: 215 g (0.47 lbs).
- Material: High-quality porcelain.
- Condition: Excellent vintage preservation. There is light, natural wear on the gold gilding along the rim. No cracks, chips, or restorations.

Value: An item of great interest for collectors of Bavarian porcelain from Selb or for those seeking historic children's tableware with period design.