2 Antique Meissen German Porcelain Lidded Chocolate Tea Cups & Saucers on Stands

Description

Pair of exqusite antique 19th century Meissen porcelain demitasse chocolate cups with lids and saucers, decorated with pink and gold borders and landscapes with stone buildings. Both are beautifully displayed on wooden stands.

Provenance : Jerome Schottenstein Estate, Columbus Ohio. Jerome was was an American entrepreneur and philanthropist, co-founder of Schottenstein Stores Corp. The Schottenstein family were Lithuanian immigrants who began an extensive business empire in the late 19th Century. Schottenstein Stores owns stakes in DSW and American Signature Furniture; American Eagle Outfitters, retail liquidator SB360 Capital Partners, over 50 shopping centers, and 5 factories producing its shoes and furniture. It also holds an ownership interest in American Eagle Outfitters, Wehmeyer in Germany, Cold Stone Creamery and The Mazel Company.

Condition

Fair condition, wear and distressing commensurate with age and use, cracks, past repairs.

Dimensions

Measured on Stand - 5” x 4” x 7” (Width x Depth x Height)