Late 19th Century German Victorian Schlesische Porzellanfabrik Louis Lövinsohn and P. Donath Gilded Pink Porcelain Mustache Cup and Saucer Set

Up for sale is a Late 19th Century German Victorian Schlesische Porzellanfabrik Louis Lövinsohn and P. Donath Gilded Pink Porcelain Mustache Cup and Saucer Set! The cup measures 3 1/4” tall and 3 1/4” in diameter at the rim. The saucer measures 6” in diameter at the rim. The set is in great overall condition with minor signs of wear consistent with its age and use (some scattered light surface wear; very tiny fleabite to underside of saucer near edge (see pic)). Please message us if you have any questions. Thanks!

This exquisite late 19th century Victorian mustache cup and saucer set stands as a beautifully preserved piece of historic European porcelain craftsmanship, produced by the renowned Schlesische Porzellanfabrik (Louis Lövinsohn & P. Donath) in Germany. Designed specifically to protect a gentleman's groomed mustache from hot tea or coffee, the cup features a classic built-in porcelain guard elegantly trimmed in bright gold gilt. The set is finished in a striking, vibrant pink ground glaze with a delicate marbled or luster effect, beautifully contrasted by ornate scalloped rims and gilded accents. Serving as a high-quality Victorian souvenir piece, it features finely detailed sepia transferware illustrations depicting historic landmarks of King's Lynn, England: "St. Margaret's Church, Lynn" prominently showcased on the front of the cup and repeated on the saucer, alongside a rendering of the historic "South Gate, Lynn" on the opposite side of the plate. A highly collectible example of turn-of-the-century novelty tableware, this set brings immense historical charm, decorative elegance, and curiosity value to any collection of antique European porcelain or Victoriana.

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