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Meissen Porcelain Topographical Breakfast Cup and Saucer, C. 1860.
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Meissen Porcelain Topographical Breakfast Cup and Saucer, C. 1860.

19th century
Sold 10 March 2026 · Philip Carrol Antiques
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A fine and large Meissen porcelain topographical breakfast cup and saucer, c. 1860. The breakfast cup, beautifully painted with a panel of figures walking in a Dresden street. The remainder of the cup, gilded with elaborate leaf scroll, on a underglaze, cobalt blue ground. Having an elaborate entwined branch scroll handle.

The saucer, painted with three panels containing flowers, and insects, on a cobalt blue ground.

Underglaze blue crossed swords mark to both pieces.

Height of cup – 7.5 cm, 3”.

Width (Handle to rim )- 14 cm, 5 1/2”.

Diameter of saucer – 18.5 cm, 7 1/4”.

Provenance – Chatsworth House, Derbyshire. Lot 775, Sothebys, 5th October, 2010.

Condition – Excellent. No damage. No restoration.

Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated this Meissen Porcelain Breakfast Cup to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
7.5cm (2.95")
Width
18.5cm (7.28")
Reference Numbers
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SA1194843
Description
A fine and large Meissen porcelain topographical breakfast cup and saucer, c. 1860. The breakfast cup, beautifully painted with a panel of figures walking in a Dresden street. The remainder of the cup, gilded with elaborate leaf scroll, on a underglaze, cobalt blue ground. Having an elaborate entwined branch scroll handle.
fig 1. An antique Meissen porcelain breakfast cup and matching saucer featuring cobalt blue backgrounds, ornate gold gilding, and hand-painted topographical and floral scenes.
fig 1. Meissen Porcelain Topographical Breakfast Cup and Saucer, C. 1860.

The saucer, painted with three panels containing flowers, and insects, on a cobalt blue ground.

Underglaze blue crossed swords mark to both pieces.

Height of cup – 7.5 cm, 3”.

Width (Handle to rim )- 14 cm, 5 1/2”.

Diameter of saucer – 18.5 cm, 7 1/4”.

Provenance – Chatsworth House, Derbyshire. Lot 775, Sothebys, 5th October, 2010.

Condition – Excellent. No damage. No restoration.

Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated this Meissen Porcelain Breakfast Cup to the 19th Century.

Height
7.5cm (2.95")
Width
18.5cm (7.28")
Reference Numbers
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SA1194843
Philip Carrol Antiques
Philip Carrol Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2017

Philip carrol antiques was established in 1983

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Philip Carrol Antiques is a registered member of BADA 

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Archive I An antique Meissen porcelain breakfast cup and matching saucer featuring cobalt blue backgrounds, ornate gold gilding, and hand-painted topographical and floral scenes. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Meissen Porcelain Topographical Breakfast Cup and Saucer, C. 1860.

Archive II An antique Meissen porcelain breakfast cup and matching saucer featuring cobalt blue backgrounds, ornate gold gilding, and hand-painted topographical and floral scenes. View II
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Archive X An antique Meissen porcelain breakfast cup and matching saucer featuring cobalt blue backgrounds, ornate gold gilding, and hand-painted topographical and floral scenes. View X
Archive XI An antique Meissen porcelain breakfast cup and matching saucer featuring cobalt blue backgrounds, ornate gold gilding, and hand-painted topographical and floral scenes. View XI
Archive XII An antique Meissen porcelain breakfast cup and matching saucer featuring cobalt blue backgrounds, ornate gold gilding, and hand-painted topographical and floral scenes. View XII
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An antique Meissen porcelain breakfast cup and matching saucer featuring cobalt blue backgrounds, ornate gold gilding, and hand-painted topographical and floral scenes.
Meissen porcelain topographical breakfast cup and saucer, c. 1860.
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An antique Meissen porcelain breakfast cup and matching saucer featuring cobalt blue backgrounds, ornate gold gilding, and hand-painted topographical and floral scenes.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectTeacups and Saucers
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian
  • MaterialHard-paste porcelain, Gold leaf
  • ColourCobalt Blue and Gold
  • MotifsHand-painted topographical scene, Floral cartouches, Gilt scrollwork, Scalloped rim
  • SizeH 7.5 cm (3 in) x W 18.5 cm (7 in)

FAQs

Meissen, established in Germany in 1708, was the first European producer of hard-paste porcelain, renowned for its artistic innovation and exceptional quality standards.

Meissen pieces are crafted from high-fired hard-paste porcelain, combining kaolin, quartz, and feldspar, decorated with hand-mixed mineral pigments and genuine gold leaf gilding.

Authentic pieces typically feature the underglaze blue crossed swords mark on the base, along with impressed model numbers and meticulous hand-painted details.

Antique porcelain can be displayed within glass-fronted cabinets or styled on open shelving to highlight intricate hand-painted motifs against modern minimalist backgrounds.

Antique porcelain should be washed by hand using warm water and mild detergent, avoiding harsh abrasives and ultrasonic cleaners to protect fragile gilt details.
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