Exquisite Antique Hand-Painted Porcelain Teacup and Saucer Set – Signed by Artist Cecilia Webb (c. 1890–1915)
Up for sale is a stunning, one-of-a-kind antique porcelain tea cup and saucer set from the late Victorian or early Edwardian era. This magnificent set features masterful, museum-quality hand decoration over a fine translucent white porcelain studio blank.
Artistic Highlight & Provenance:
Both the teacup and the saucer are explicitly hand-signed on the underside by the artist, "Cecilia Webb". This likely represents an exceptional, ultra-rare early ceramic work by the notable British sculptor Cecilia Webb (1888–1957), executed during her early artistic training at the turn of the century.
Exceptional Craftsmanship & Design:
- Intricate Gold Vermicelli Background: The exterior of the cup and the wide border of the saucer are entirely blanketed in a dense, painstakingly hand-applied gold "vermicelli" (seaweed) pattern. The texture and depth of the gilding indicate the work of a highly proficient master artist.
- Vibrant Botanical Medallions: Beautifully decorated with hand-painted spring florals, prominently featuring pansies and forget-me-nots, reflecting the romantic "language of flowers" popular in England at the time.
- Surprise Interior Spray: The center base of the teacup features a matching hidden floral bouquet that reveals itself as the tea is finished—a hallmark of luxury cabinet porcelain.
Condition Report:
The set is in remarkable, excellent antique condition. There are absolutely no chips, cracks, hairlines, or signs of restoration. The heavily encrusted gold scrollwork remains incredibly bright, showing minimal to no stacking wear. A true collector's centerpiece.
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