Queen Anne Floral and Laurel Band Teacups
Ceramic tableware, teacups • Likely Shore & Coggins (Queen Anne Trade Name), Longton, Staffordshire, England
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Neo-Traditional / Regency Revival
Medium & Technique
Glazed white porcelain with transfer lithography and hand-applied gilt accents
Creation Period
Mid-20th Century (circa 1940-1960)
Dimensions & Format
Standard teacup dimensions, approximately 2.5 inches in height and 3.5 inches in diameter
Subject Description
The cups feature a formal decorative band beneath the rim consisting of green laurel leaves, small pink floral sprays, and golden scrollwork. The handles and rims are accented with gold gilding.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; visible wear to the gilt rims and minor surface stacking scuffs
Estimated Market Value
$15 - $30 for a set of four
Auction Estimate
$10 - $20
Provenance History
Likely mass-produced English bone china for the domestic and export retail market; no specific individual provenance visible
Art Historical Significance
Represents the post-WWII boom in accessible luxury ceramics from the Staffordshire potteries, utilizing traditional motifs to appeal to a conservative middle-class aesthetic.
Notable Features
Features the specific 'Queen Anne' floral/garland pattern characterized by a mixture of Victorian-influenced scrolls and neoclassical greenery.
Condition Issues
Gilding loss on the top edges and handles due to friction; minor utensil marks and possible shelf wear on the footed bases.
Conservation Recommendations
Hand wash only with mild soap; avoid abrasive sponges and dishwashers to prevent further gold loss. Store with felt separators.
Collector Notes
queen anne pattern