Hand-Painted Porcelain Cup with Metal Mount and Saucer, c. 1910

Tea set consisting of a porcelain cup with a metal mount and a matching saucer, dating from the early 20th century.

Item History: Characteristic of the Belle Époque, these pieces combine the delicacy of European porcelain with the decorative robustness of gilded metals. The polychrome floral decoration and the mount style suggest high-quality craftsmanship, likely of French or German origin, intended for a refined market.

Details and Features:
- Period: c. 1910
- Technique / Style: Molded porcelain, freehand hand painting, metal mount with gilding technique.
- Size: Cup height: 6 cm (2.36 inches); Saucer diameter: approx. 11 cm (4.33 inches).
- Weight: 290 g (0.64 lbs).
- Material: Porcelain, Metal.
- Condition: The set shows wear consistent with age. A small chip is noted on the upper rim of the cup (visible in photographs). The floral painting remains vibrant, and the metal mount retains its structural integrity.

Application and Value: Object of interest for collectors of historical porcelain, specialists in Belle Époque tableware, and decorators seeking authentic Edwardian-period elements.