Meissen, set of six demitasse cups with matching saucers.

Meissen, set of six demitasse cups with matching saucers. Elegant porcelain set in the Blue Onion pattern, featuring the classic hand-painted underglaze blue decoration. The cups are second quality, marked with the Meissen crossed swords and cancelled with two incised lines, while the matching saucers are first quality. Origin: Germany. Material: Porcelain. Dimensions: Cup H. 5 cm, W. 8 cm. Saucer D. 10 cm. Period: Mid-20th century. Condition: Excellent condition with minor signs of wear. Bio: Founded in 1710, Meissen is Europes oldest porcelain manufactory. The company is internationally renowned for its hand-painted porcelain and the famous crossed swords mark, used since 1722 as a symbol of genuine Meissen porcelain. Introduced in 1739, the Blue Onion pattern is one of the worlds most iconic porcelain designs, inspired by Chinese blue-and-white wares and executed in Meissens distinctive cobalt underglaze technique.