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Large Royal Worcester Loving Cup Worcester Cathedral C.1902
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Large Royal Worcester Loving Cup Worcester Cathedral C.1902

1900 - 1920
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Large Royal Worcester Loving Cup Worcester Cathedral c.1902

A finely hand-painted Royal Worcester porcelain loving cup, dated 1902 and featuring Worcester Cathedral to one side and a richly painted floral spray with intertwined gilt monogram to the reverse — most likely commemorating the coronation of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra (the monogram reading “AE”).

Beautifully modelled with twin gilt scroll handles and soft blush ivory ground, the cathedral scene is signed with an artist’s monogram (possibly “CF”), and inscribed “Worcester” lower left. The quality and subject suggest a special commission or presentation piece.

Royal Worcester puce backstamp to the base with dot for 1902.

Offered in good condition. A few fine old radial lines to the outer base, minor rubbing to gilding. No chips or restoration. Displays very nicely.

Dimensions:

Height: 15.5 cm

Width (across handles): 22 cm

Diameter at rim: 14 cm

Declaration

Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd has dated this Royal Worcester Loving Cup to the 1900s.

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SA1238933
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Our stock is available to view by appointment at our Worcester showrooms, and we are happy to provide further information or additional images on request.

We offer both national and international delivery, and can arrange professional packing or assisted delivery where appropriate.

We strive to make the buying process as straightforward and personal as possible — whether you're a private collector, interior designer, or trade client.

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Large Royal Worcester Loving Cup Worcester Cathedral c.1902

A finely hand-painted Royal Worcester porcelain loving cup, dated 1902 and featuring Worcester Cathedral to one side and a richly painted floral spray with intertwined gilt monogram to the reverse — most likely commemorating the coronation of King Edward VII and Queen Alexandra (the monogram reading “AE”).

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Beautifully modelled with twin gilt scroll handles and soft blush ivory ground, the cathedral scene is signed with an artist’s monogram (possibly “CF”), and inscribed “Worcester” lower left.
Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd

The quality and subject suggest a special commission or presentation piece.

fig 1. An Edwardian Royal Worcester porcelain loving cup featuring twin gilded scroll handles, a cream blush ground, hand-painted floral motifs, and a central gilt monogram.
fig 1. Large Royal Worcester Loving Cup Worcester Cathedral C.1902

Royal Worcester puce backstamp to the base with dot for 1902.

Offered in good condition. A few fine old radial lines to the outer base, minor rubbing to gilding. No chips or restoration. Displays very nicely.

Dimensions:

Height: 15.5 cm

Width (across handles): 22 cm

Diameter at rim: 14 cm

Date of Manufacture

Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd has dated this Royal Worcester Loving Cup to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1238933
Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd
Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd
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Specialists in fine antique furniture, decorative arts & collectables

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Archive I An Edwardian Royal Worcester porcelain loving cup featuring twin gilded scroll handles, a cream blush ground, hand-painted floral motifs, and a central gilt monogram.

Large Royal Worcester Loving Cup Worcester Cathedral C.1902

Archive II An Edwardian Royal Worcester porcelain loving cup featuring twin gilded scroll handles, a cream blush ground, hand-painted floral motifs, and a central gilt monogram. View II
Archive III An Edwardian Royal Worcester porcelain loving cup featuring twin gilded scroll handles, a cream blush ground, hand-painted floral motifs, and a central gilt monogram. View III
Archive IV An Edwardian Royal Worcester porcelain loving cup featuring twin gilded scroll handles, a cream blush ground, hand-painted floral motifs, and a central gilt monogram. View IV
Archive V An Edwardian Royal Worcester porcelain loving cup featuring twin gilded scroll handles, a cream blush ground, hand-painted floral motifs, and a central gilt monogram. View V
Archive VI An Edwardian Royal Worcester porcelain loving cup featuring twin gilded scroll handles, a cream blush ground, hand-painted floral motifs, and a central gilt monogram. View VI
Archive VII An Edwardian Royal Worcester porcelain loving cup featuring twin gilded scroll handles, a cream blush ground, hand-painted floral motifs, and a central gilt monogram. View VII
Archive VIII An Edwardian Royal Worcester porcelain loving cup featuring twin gilded scroll handles, a cream blush ground, hand-painted floral motifs, and a central gilt monogram. View VIII
Archive IX An Edwardian Royal Worcester porcelain loving cup featuring twin gilded scroll handles, a cream blush ground, hand-painted floral motifs, and a central gilt monogram. View IX
Archive X An Edwardian Royal Worcester porcelain loving cup featuring twin gilded scroll handles, a cream blush ground, hand-painted floral motifs, and a central gilt monogram. View X
Archive XI An Edwardian Royal Worcester porcelain loving cup featuring twin gilded scroll handles, a cream blush ground, hand-painted floral motifs, and a central gilt monogram. View XI
Archive XII An Edwardian Royal Worcester porcelain loving cup featuring twin gilded scroll handles, a cream blush ground, hand-painted floral motifs, and a central gilt monogram. View XII
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Archive XIV An Edwardian Royal Worcester porcelain loving cup featuring twin gilded scroll handles, a cream blush ground, hand-painted floral motifs, and a central gilt monogram. View XIV
Archive XV An Edwardian Royal Worcester porcelain loving cup featuring twin gilded scroll handles, a cream blush ground, hand-painted floral motifs, and a central gilt monogram. View XV
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Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd

Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd
Telephone 01905 799928
Location
50 Barbourne Road
Worcester
Worcestershire
WR1 1JA
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/treasuretroveworcester
Verified Since Apr 2025
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An Edwardian Royal Worcester porcelain loving cup featuring twin gilded scroll handles, a cream blush ground, hand-painted floral motifs, and a central gilt monogram.
Large Royal Worcester Loving Cup Worcester Cathedral c.1902
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An Edwardian Royal Worcester porcelain loving cup featuring twin gilded scroll handles, a cream blush ground, hand-painted floral motifs, and a central gilt monogram.
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  • ObjectDecorative Vessels
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleEdwardian
  • MaterialPorcelain, Gold Leaf, Enamel
  • ColourCream and Pink
  • MotifsScroll handles, Hand-painted botanicals, Gilt monogram, Moulded pedestal base

This Edwardian Royal Worcester porcelain loving cup dates from 1902 and belongs to the decorative vessel category, measuring 15.5 cm in height, 22 cm in width across the handles, and 14 cm in diameter at the rim. The piece has a soft cream blush ivory ground, two moulded gilt scroll handles, a stepped pedestal base, and fine gold leaf and enamel decoration. The reverse shows a hand-painted botanical floral spray and a central intertwined gilt monogram reading AE, while the base carries the Royal Worcester puce backstamp with a dot for 1902, fine old radial lines, and minor rubbing to the gilding. Today, a collector or homeowner places this piece on a sideboard top in an English Country House interior as a decorative display vessel. It is suited for everyday appreciation in a traditional living space or dining room where historical porcelain and commemorative items are showcased.

FAQs

A loving cup is a large, two-handled vessel traditionally used at formal gatherings and banquets for shared ceremonial toasts, later evolving into decorative presentation pieces during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.

Royal Worcester blush ivory porcelain features a soft matte cream-to-pink shaded ground achieved through specialized glaze application, decorated with hand-painted botanical enamels and finished with applied gold leaf accents.

Authentic items feature the standard printed Royal Worcester factory mark on the base, accompanied by a date coding system using dots or letters, a shape number, and painter or gilder marks.

A porcelain loving cup functions well as a standalone decorative object displayed on a sideboard, mantelpiece, or glass display cabinet, and can also hold dry botanical displays.

Clean gilded porcelain by dusting gently with a dry, soft-bristled brush or microfiber cloth, avoiding immersion in water, detergent solutions, or abrasive chemicals that can erode gold leaf decorative detailing.
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