The listing is for a porcelain cup and saucer attributed to John Yates, a notable English porcelain manufacturer.

About John Yates:

Family Business:

John Yates was an earthenware manufacturer in Hanley from 1779 to 1796. His sons, William and John, continued the family business with a factory in Shelton, operating until at least 1834 and trading as Yates in 1843.

Porcelain Production:

The Yates family produced fine porcelain, including tea sets and coffee cups, often featuring Rococo Revival styles and hand-painted decorations.

Examples:

Examples of their work include early 19th-century painted porcelain tea sets (circa 1820-30), Rococo Revival teacups and coffee cups from the 1830s-1840s, and various pieces like covered sugar bowls.

Pattern Numbers:

Some pieces, like the one in the image, may have hand-painted pattern numbers on the base, such as pattern 1213, which are attributed to Yates' designs.