Vintage Chinese Famille Noire Demitasse Cup Saucer Set Black Qianlong Seal

Description

View Vintage Chinese Famille Noire Demitasse Cup Saucer Set Black Qianlong Seal with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Qianlong seal mark. Style: Famille Noire / Chinoiserie. Famille Noire. A vibrant iron-red handle and thick gold gilding along the rims perfectly complete the eye-catching, high-contrast look. The colors remain incredibly vibrant, the black ground is glossy, and the gold gilding on the saucer rim shows minimal to no shelf wear, on the cup it doesn't feel as smooth on the very top edge. Vintage: 1960s–1980s Style: Famille Noire / Chinoiserie Materials: Porcelain, Overglaze Enamels, Gold Gilding Markings: Iron-red six-character apocryphal Qianlong seal mark on the base of both pieces (the saucer mark is stamped upside down, a charming quirk typical of mid-century factory production!). Description Add a vibrant pop of classic Chinese porcelain artistry to your home decor or espresso routine with this striking vintage Famille Noire (black ground) demitasse cup and saucer set. The exterior of both the miniature teacup and its matching saucer features a rich, glossy black background densely painted with scrolling green vines and multi-colored enamel flowers. The top rim is beautifully framed by a bright yellow band decorated with pink, heart-shaped ruyi longevity cloud loops. A vibrant iron-red handle and thick gold gilding along the rims perfectly complete the eye-catching, high-contrast look. This vintage duo was likely decorated in Hong Kong or Macau using plain white mainland porcelain blanks, created specifically for the mid-to-late 20th-century export market. It is an excellent accent piece for a Chinoiserie-style display cabinet, a gallery wall plate collection, or a unique gift for a coffee and tea lover. Condition Excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, or hairline fractures. The colors remain incredibly vibrant, the black ground is glossy, and the gold gilding on the saucer rim shows minimal to no shelf wear, on the cup it doesn't feel as smooth on the very top edge. (Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to confirm condition details). Approximate Measurements Cup Height: 2.25 inches Cup Width (with handle): 3 inches Saucer Diameter: 4.5 inches Famille Noire Demitasse cup saucer Chinese porcelain duo Chinoiserie decor Vintage espresso cup Black floral teacup Qianlong seal mark Miniature tea cup Canton export china Mid century Asian art Mun Shou style Gold rimmed demitasse Cabinet display cup Condition: Used. Category: Pottery & Glass › Decorative Cookware, Dinnerware & Serveware › Cup & Saucers. Brand: Unmarked.

Number of Items in Set

Two-Piece

Origin

Hong Kong

Pattern

Famille Noire

Shape

Round

Occasion

All Occasions

Color

Black

Set Includes

Espresso Cup & Saucer Set

Material

Porcelain

Vintage

Yes

Brand

Unmarked

Department

Unisex Adults

Type

Espresso Cup & Saucer

Care Instructions

Hand Wash Only

Style

Asian

Theme

Floral, Chinoiserie

Features

Gold Trim, Hand Painted

Production Style

Art Pottery

Time Period Manufactured

1950-1959

Backstamp

Printed

Production Technique

Pottery

Finish

Glossy

Handmade

Yes

Country of Origin

China