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Tobacco Leaf Demitasse Cup & Saucer

SKU 21430
Original price $105.00 - Original price $105.00
Original price
$105.00
$105.00 - $105.00
Current price $105.00

This extravagant design was originally made in China, likely for export to the Portuguese and Brazilian markets. Of all the 18th-century dinnerware patterns, Tobacco Leaf was among the most highly prized. George and Martha Washington owned pieces of this pattern, and examples are part of the Mount Vernon collection.

A small phoenix bird perches on the vibrant leaves of the flowering Nicotiana (Tobacco) plant. Richly decorated with twenty-seven colors and accents of 22k gold, the design is based on an original now displayed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Details:

  • Material: Fine porcelain
  • Measurements: Height: 2 3/4" tall
  • Made: Hand-decorated with 27 colors and 22k gold
  • Inspired by: Historical Chinese export ware
  • Care Instructions: Hand wash only.