A Caughley 'Rose Festoons' teacup and saucer
circa 1786-94
the cup of fluted double-ogee form with moulded ear-shape handles and painted blue, gold dentil rims, painted S mark to each,
cup 8.2cm diameter, saucer 13cm diameter (2) (hairline crack to saucer)

Literature: See CBE catalogue no.518, p. 48 for a teapot and cover in this same Rose Festoons design which demonstrates the same half-fluted and waisted form.

Provenance: Ex. CB Collection.

Condition Report
The saucer has a K-shaped hairline crack. No further signs of damages or repairs, the cup is in good condition.

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