Royal Worcester

Description A rare and delightful Royal Worcester 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Coffee Cup & Saucer, decorated with Japanese inspired symbols in Blue on an white ground. Date marked for 1876, so a proper antique. A real collectors item. I've not been able to find another on the internet. #4 Royal Worcester and the Aesthetic Movement In the 1860's, after 100 years of isolation the Japanese started to trade with Europe again. Japanese artworks, collected by RW Binns, Royal Worcester managing director, inspired Worcester craftsmen to adapt these Japanese ideas for the British market. Japanese designs were fashionable with supporters of the Aesthetic movement and their ideas affected even the average household who populated their homes with the symbols of Aestheticism such as Ferns, Japanese Fans, Screens, Feathers, Books and Drawings. Approximate Sizes Cup Height                 6.5cm   - 2.5 inches Cup Diameter             7cm     -  2.75 inches Saucer Diameter        13cm   -  5.25 inches Weight                        190g . Condition Very Good. No chips, cracks or crazing. Wear to gilding (please see photographs) Please also study the photographs as these form part of the description and condition report. Postage and Packing All items are safely and appropriately packaged. I take great care when packing to ensure that your item arrives safely. I post within 3 days of payment. I am happy to post worldwide but please note that sending heavy items overseas can be very expensive. I am happy to combine postage where possible. Returns Policy Returns can only be accepted where the item is not as described. I consider myself to be honest and endeavour to describe each item as accurately as possible. If I miss anything or am mistaken in my description I am happy to refund payment (excluding return postage) once I have received the item back in the same condition that it was sent. Other If you have any questions about the item, postage, payment or anything else please email and I will respond as soon as possible.