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Vista Alegre for Mottahedeh 'Lowestoft Rose' Porcelain Demitasse Set

$2,750per set
£2,088.69per set
€2,413.13per set
CA$3,854.22per set
A$4,313.60per set
CHF 2,251.37per set
MX$52,603.71per set
NOK 28,814.46per set
SEK 27,276.57per set
DKK 18,008.87per set
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About the Item

This 17 piece porcelain demitasse set was made by Vista Alegre of Portugal for Mottahedeh. The pieces have been finished in the heavily gilded Lowestoft Rose pattern which features a chinoiserie motif consisting of floral decoration executed in shades of red, pink and purple with green and teal foliage. The pattern also incorporates a variety of elaborate tapestries and detailed insects. The set is comprised of a lidded teapot, covered sugar bowl, cream jug and 6 demitasse cups and saucers. All of the pieces are marked for Vista Alegre and Mottahedeh. The cups stand 2.125" tall and are 2.235" in diameter at the mouth while the saucers are 4.5" in diameter. The sugar bowl is 4.25" tall and 6.125" as measured from the outside edges of its handles. The cream jug stands 3.25" tall and 5.5" from the back edge of its handle to the front of the spout. A striking and hard to find set in excellent condition.
  • Creator:
    Mottahedeh (Designer),Vista Alegre (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Diameter: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 17
  • Style:
    Chinoiserie (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1985-1989
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Cincinnati, OH
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1126034911stDibs: LU119123881402

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