Coffee cup

Date1759-1769

Maker Chelsea Porcelain Manufactory 1745-1769

MediumSoft-paste porcelain

DimensionsDia: 2 5/8 in. (6.7cm); Diameter with handle: 3 1/2in.; H: 2 3/4in. (7cm)

Credit LineGift of Mrs. H. Struve Hensel

Object number1987-783

DescriptionCylindrical, soft-paste porcelain cup with slightly everted rim. On the exterior of the cup, there is a hand-painted spray of fruits and three insects. There are two hand-painted fruits on the inside wall of the cup. On the inside at the bottom of the cup, there are two blue fruits hanging from a branch. The rim of the cup has a line of gilding. The molded handle is pierced in two places and is highlighted with gilding.Mark(s)Gold anchor on reverse.ProvenanceEx. Coll - Mrs. H. Struve Hensel