Porcelain Cup and Saucer from Capodimonte, 19th Century, Set of 2

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This wonderful Capodimonte porcelain tea cup and saucer set is a classic example of Italian Neoclassical and Baroque-inspired artistry.
This … Read more This wonderful Capodimonte porcelain tea cup and saucer set is a classic example of Italian Neoclassical and Baroque-inspired artistry.
This important set is characterized by high-relief, three-dimensional scenes encircling the cup and saucer.
These often depict frolicking cherubs (putti) or mythological figures in a classical landscape.
In its elegant polychrome decoration the figures are meticulously hand-painted in a polychrome palette, featuring soft pastels and vibrant enamels.
Heavy gold gilding adorns the rims, base, and interior, adding a luxurious finish typical of Italian ceramic traditions.
This important cup features a flared shape with relief-molded figures.
The base often includes a colorful petal or leaf motif.
The saucer displays a scalloped edge with matching relief decorations, such as floral swags, berries, or ribbons.
This wonderful, authentic pieces is crafted from soft-paste porcelain, known for its warm, slightly translucent white or creamy tone and lustrous glaze.
This style was popularized by the Royal Factory of Capodimonte in Naples (established ca. 1743) and is marked with a crowned "N" on the base. This piece has an attribution mark,
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