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THBA FRENCH PORCELAIN CUP AND SAUCER WITH CLASSICAL PORTRAIT MEDALLION, FRANCE, EARLY 19TH CENTURY
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About Auction
LiveFeb 15, 2026
A diverse assemblage of decorative objects from various periods and geographic origins. The group comprises metalwork, ceramics, glass, framed artworks, and other collectible items, selected for their craftsmanship and aesthetic quality. Helios Auctions info@heliosauctions.com
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- Lot Description
The cylindrical porcelain cup, finely decorated with a hand-painted classical profile portrait identified beneath as "aurelian", after antique Roman intaglio or engraved gem sources, the bust shown in grisaille against a cobalt-blue ground within a gilt-edged oval reserve. The remaining surfaceis enriched with delicate gilded foliate borders, including a classical anthemion-style frieze beneath the rim and a small gilt sprig opposite the handle. The handle of graceful loop form, entirely gilt. The accompanying saucer en suite, with a broad gilt rim and plain well-centered by a single gilt circle.
The restrained neoclassical palette, use of portrait medallion, and high-quality gilding are characteristic of French Empire porcelain, most likely Paris or Sèvres workshop production, circa 1805–1815, reflecting contemporary fascination with Roman antiquity during the Napoleonic period.
H: 2 1/2 in., (6.4 cm.) D: 5 1/8 in., (13 cm.)
Condition
Cup in good condition with light wear to the gilding. The cup has a small crack. Saucer with surface wear. No visible restoration.
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