Fürstenberg Cup and Saucer - Purple and Gold Porcelain, 1950s

Elegant coffee cup and saucer set from the prestigious German manufacturer Fürstenberg. The set stands out for its deep burgundy purple glaze and refined gold finish, characteristic of mid-20th century production.

Object History: The Fürstenberg manufactory, founded in 1747 by order of Duke Charles I of Brunswick-Wolfenbüttel, is the second oldest porcelain factory in Germany. Its production is world-renowned for the purity of its paste and mastery in its classical and neoclassical decorations.

Technical Details:
- Period: 1950s
- Technique / Style: Mid-century Neoclassical with manual gilding
- Size: Cup height 6.5 cm (2.56 inches); Saucer diameter approx. 11.5 cm (4.53 inches)
- Weight: 190 g (0.42 lb)
- Material: Fine hard-paste porcelain and gold
- Condition: Excellent state of conservation. The glaze maintains its original shine and the gilding shows no significant wear.

Appraisal: A representative example of German ceramic quality, ideal for collectors of European porcelain or to complement high-end tableware.