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This Antique Royal Vienna Beehive Austrian Porcelain "Tête-à-Tête" Tea service for 4 is a stunning and elegant tea set featuring the Three Graces Distressing Cupid pattern. Made of fine porcelain with a red and gold color scheme, this vintage tea set includes a personal teapot with lid, 4 teacups & saucers, a lid, creamer, and sugar bowl. The 22 or 24K gold encrusted finish adds a touch of luxury, making it perfect for all occasions. This Royal Vienna tea set exudes a sense of old-world charm and sophistication, ideal for collectors or those who appreciate traditional, high-quality dinnerware.
The word "AUSTRIA" alongside the blue beehive mark indicates the set was produced for the export market after the original Imperial Vienna factory closed in 1864. This specific marking convention was most common between 1891 and 1914.
The set features the iconic"Three Graces Distressing Cupid"scene after artistAngelica Kauffman, set against a richburgundy groundwith heavy24K gold giltornamentation.
Measurements are approximate as taken by hand. 13 pieces total (including lids)
Teapot- 6 1/4"Tx3 1/4" D x 4 3/4"WCreamer- 4 1/4"T x 4"W x 2 5/8" DSugar- 4" T x 3 1/4"D x 3 1/4" WSaucer- 4 1/2"Teacups= 2 1/2" T x 2 1/2" W
