Description:

Meissen Blue Onion Pattern, four espresso cups with matching saucers.
Set consisting of four espresso cups with matching saucers in the classic Blue Onion pattern (Zwiebelmuster).
Two cups in first quality and two cups in third quality.
The saucers are in third and fourth quality.

Origin: Germany, Meissen.
Material: Porcelain.

Dimensions:
– Cups: H. 5 cm, D. 8 cm.
– Saucers: D. 11 cm.

Period: Early 20th century.
Condition: Very good condition with light signs of use; mixed qualities as stated.

Bio:
Meissen’s Blue Onion pattern has been in production since the 1730s and is one of the world’s most recognizable porcelain designs. The small espresso format is particularly sought after and clearly showcases the hand-painted cobalt decoration, which gives each piece a unique character.