Russian Porcelain Ipf Cup & Saucer From The Coronation Service Of Alexander III

  

A Russian porcelain cup and saucer from the Alexander III Coronation Service, Imperial Porcelain Factory, St. The front of the cup and cavetto of the saucer decorated with the Imperial State Seal, a thrice crowned double-headed Imperial eagle, the shield of St. George encircled by the Chain of St. Andrew on its chest, the wings emblazoned with the arms of the major kingdoms and principates making up the empire, including (clockwise) Astrakhan, Siberia, Georgia, Finland, Kiev-Vladimir-Novgorod, Taurica, Poland, and Kazan, with scepter and orb clutched in its talons; the gilt handle of the cup molded as twisted vines, both cup and saucer with a fine gilt border. Both with green underglaze cypher mark of Nicholas II dated 1895.

Height of cup: 2 1/4 (5.7 cm). Diameter of saucer: 5 1/2 (14 cm). Overall very good condition, some small wear consistent with age and use. All items offered are guaranteed genuine and authentic and are described accurately as possible.

The item "RUSSIAN PORCELAIN IPF CUP & SAUCER FROM THE CORONATION SERVICE OF ALEXANDER III" is in sale since Tuesday, May 8, 2018. This item is in the category "Antiques\Decorative Arts\Ceramics & Porcelain\Cups & Saucers". The seller is "atzbach-russian-antiques" and is located in Redmond, Washington. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Color: White
• Type: Cup & Saucer Set
• Country/Region of Origin: Russian Federation
• Primary Material: Porcelain
• Original/Reproduction: Antique Original