Step into history with this exquisite piece of "White Gold."
This is a stunning, authentic Meissen porcelain coffee cup and saucer in the world-renowned Blue Onion pattern. Originally designed in the 18th century, this pattern—actually featuring stylized peaches and pomegranates—is the pinnacle of European porcelain artistry. Each piece is hand-painted in rich cobalt blue underglaze. The cup features the elegant "crossed vine" handle, a signature of Meissen’s superior craftsmanship. This set bears the iconic Blue Crossed Swords mark on the base of both the cup and saucer, signifying its authenticity and prestige.
Note on Condition: This set features the elegant scalloped "wavy" rim. Please note that there is a small, singular chip on the upper rim of the cup, which I have clearly highlighted with a red arrow in the photos. Despite this minor character mark from its long history, the cobalt blue remains incredibly vibrant, and the saucer is in excellent condition. It remains a beautiful, functional, and highly collectable example of Meissen's "Blue Onion" legacy.
In general the condition is marked as Used - Good (with one minor defect): - Cup: Features a small chip on the scalloped rim (see photos with red arrow). No other cracks or hairlines. - Saucer: Excellent condition with no chips or cracks. - Decoration: Hand-painted cobalt blue is bright and shows no fading. - Markings: Both pieces bear the authentic blue underglaze Crossed Swords.