Pink Rose Footed Teacup
Decorative Art / Ceramic Tableware • Commonly associated with British or Japanese bone china manufacturers (such as Royal Albert, Elizabethan, or similar makers of the era).
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Romantic / Victorian Revival Style
Medium & Technique
Bone China or Fine Porcelain; transfer-printed (lithographed) floral motifs with hand-applied gold leaf gilding (gold sponge or brushed trim).
Creation Period
Mid-20th Century (Circa 1940–1960)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 2.5 inches in height, 3.5 inches in diameter; Three-dimensional functional form.
Subject Description
A decorative teacup featuring a repeated pattern of pink rosebuds and fully bloomed roses with green foliage. The cup is supported by three ornate rococo-style gilded 'scroll' feet.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Fair to Good; Significant wear to the gilded rim and feet.
Estimated Market Value
US$10 – $25
Auction Estimate
US$5 – $15
Provenance History
Likely part of a domestic tea service; mass-produced for the mid-market giftware and household industry in the mid-20th century.
Art Historical Significance
Represents the post-war trend for 'shabby chic' and Victorian-inspired domestic aesthetic, catering to middle-class aspirations for luxury tableware following WWII austerity.
Notable Features
The most distinctive characteristic is the tripodal 'footed' design, which elevates the cup from the saucer surface, a feature often seen in English tea sets and Japanese export wares of the 1950s.
Condition Issues
Notable loss of gilding on the rim (rubbing/fading), surface abrasions, and potential manufacturing remnants on the unglazed foot sections.
Conservation Recommendations
Hand wash only; avoid abrasive cleaners or dishwashers to prevent further loss of the gold trim; display in a dust-free cabinet.