{"title":"Dresden Cups \u0026 Saucers","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique and vintage Dresden porcelain cups and saucers, hand-painted with delicate florals and gold gilt details.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dresden-carl-thieme-demitasse-cup-saucer-hand-painted-flowers-gold-gilt-germany","title":"Dresden Carl Thieme Demitasse Cup Saucer Hand Painted Flowers Gold Gilt Germany","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eBeautiful antique Carl Thieme Dresden demitasse cup and saucer, fully hand-painted with vibrant florals and detailed 22k gold gilt accents. Features the classic Dresden rococo scalloped shape with raised molded panels and an ornate curled handle. Both pieces are marked with the crown over crossed swords Dresden Potschappel mark.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e• Maker: Carl Thieme \/ Saxon Porcelain Manufactory Potschappel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e• Origin: Dresden, Germany\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e• Type: Demitasse cup \u0026amp; saucer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e• Decoration: Hand-painted flowers, fine gold filigree border\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e• Colors: Pink, purple, orange, green, yellow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e• Mark: Blue underglaze crossed swords with crown\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e• Era: Circa 1900–1930\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e• Condition: Excellent — no cracks, no chips, gold intact with only minimal expected shelf wear. Clean and display-ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eA stunning example of Dresden porcelain artistry — perfect for collectors, display, or gift giving.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dresden (Carl Thieme)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42977256472637,"sku":null,"price":129.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/9528\/7357\/files\/57_a8ff6f3f-6153-4ce6-b0f0-29bfc0ce7461.jpg?v=1770163765"},{"product_id":"antique-dresden-demitasse-cup-saucer-set-of-2-hand-painted-florals-gilt-c1900","title":"Antique Dresden Demitasse Cup \u0026 Saucer Set of 2 Hand Painted Florals Gilt c1900","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique Dresden demitasse cup \u0026amp; saucer set of 2 features hand-painted florals and gilt decoration. Circa 1890–1910, these matching pieces embody late 19th-century German cabinet porcelain with refined proportions and ornate rococo-style handles.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHand-painted florals\u003c\/strong\u003e: Soft polychrome bouquets on each cup and saucer showcase exquisite artisan craftsmanship.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGilded detail\u003c\/strong\u003e: Delicate gold gilt along rims, foot rings, and the rococo-style handles for a luxurious finish.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnified collection\u003c\/strong\u003e: Matching decoration and gilding create a cohesive, display-ready pair.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDresden mark\u003c\/strong\u003e: Undersides bear crossed swords with Dresden notation, authenticating origin and tradition.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Very good antique condition; no chips, cracks, or repairs. Light gilt wear due to age.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay \u0026amp; care\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ideal for curio cabinets or a curated German porcelain collection. Hand wash gently; avoid dishwasher and direct sunlight to preserve gilding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eA distinguished duo that enhances any Dresden or antique porcelain collection, offering enduring beauty and historical charm for both display and refined entertaining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Dresden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42977457897533,"sku":"0002","price":265.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/9528\/7357\/files\/57_162e63aa-1121-461e-affe-b9b4f8cd54d3.jpg?v=1770167574"},{"product_id":"antique-dresden-tea-cup-saucer-hand-painted-floral-gilt-scalloped-mold","title":"Antique Franziska Hirsch Dresden Tea Cup \u0026 Saucer Hand Painted Floral Gilt Scalloped Mold","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eDresden porcelain tea cup and saucer, hand painted with delicate multicolor floral sprigs and finished with elegant gilt scrollwork. Crafted in a classic scalloped and fluted rococo-inspired mold, a form commonly used by Dresden decorating workshops in the late 19th to early 20th century. This piece is attributed to the \u003cstrong\u003eFranziska Hirsch\u003c\/strong\u003e decorating studio, one of Dresden's most respected independent decorators, known for exceptional hand-painted floral work and fine gilding on quality porcelain blanks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eThe cup and saucer are marked in blue \"Dresden\", indicating hand decoration rather than a factory mark. This style of marking is typical for Dresden-decorated porcelain blanks of the period, consistent with Franziska Hirsch's workshop practice (active c. 1901–1930s).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eDetails:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDecorator: Franziska Hirsch, Dresden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003eOrigin: Dresden, Germany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003eEra: Late 19th – Early 20th Century (c. 1890–1915)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003eMaterial: Porcelain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDecoration: Hand painted floral sprigs with gilt border\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003eForm: Scalloped \/ fluted mold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIncludes: 1 tea cup and 1 matching saucer 4.5\" diameter and 2\" high\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eGood antique condition overall with light, age-appropriate wear to gilding. One small kiln firing indent along the rim edge, present from manufacture (factory firing flaw, not a chip or crack).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"margin-top:0; margin-bottom:0;\"\u003eAdditionally, the saucer has a fine hairline on the underside only, visible on close inspection and not apparent from the front or when displayed. No cracks through the face, no repairs, and no structural instability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dresden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42979674095677,"sku":"MERC-2026-01-14-01","price":75.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0648\/9528\/7357\/files\/57_d6e1b24b-4f98-4cfd-a1b7-ec9f564be3ff.jpg?v=1770255012"}],"url":"https:\/\/collectivememories.shop\/collections\/dresden-cups-saucers.oembed","provider":"Collective Memories ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}