Description
This teacup and saucer set brings a gentle country feel to the tea table, in soft white earthenware with a raised bird and trailing foliage. On the front of the cup a plump little bird sits among sprays of leaves and round berries, all moulded in relief so the pattern shows in light and shadow rather than colour. The back of the cup is left smooth and plain, which keeps the look calm. The saucer carries its own raised flowers, leaves and berries around one side of the rim, with a ring in the centre where the cup settles. The cup holds 400ml, a generous measure for a proper brew, and together the pair stands 9cm tall and 16cm across.
Because it is all white, it sits happily alongside most crockery, from plain everyday plates to mismatched vintage china. We like it for a slow weekend breakfast, afternoon tea with friends or a quiet hot drink at the end of the day. The wide, rounded bowl suits tea, coffee or hot chocolate, and the saucer gives you somewhere to rest a teaspoon or a biscuit. Between uses, it looks lovely on a dresser or open shelf in a farmhouse or cottage-style kitchen.
Both pieces are earthenware under a glossy white glaze, and the cup has a rounded loop handle that is comfortable to hold. As general good practice for glazed earthenware, we suggest washing by hand in warm soapy water and drying with a soft cloth, which also keeps the raised detail looking crisp. Wrapped up with a packet of loose-leaf tea or a bag of good coffee, it makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who loves a pretty cup, and it is just as nice to keep for yourself.
Specification
| Material |
Earthenware |
| Colour |
White |
| Height |
9cm |
| Width |
16cm |
| Depth |
16cm |
| Weight |
0.486kg |
| Capacity |
400ml |
Frequently Asked
How much does the cup hold?
The cup holds 400ml, which is a generous measure for a large tea, a coffee or a hot chocolate on a cold afternoon.
How big is the cup and saucer?
Together the cup and saucer stand 9cm tall and measure 16cm across, so they sit comfortably on a tray or a small side table.
What is the cup and saucer made from?
Both the cup and the saucer are earthenware, finished in a glossy white glaze with the bird, leaves, berries and flowers raised in relief.
Is the bird decoration on both sides of the cup?
The raised bird, leaves and berries are on the front of the cup, while the back is left smooth and plain for a calm, simple look.
How should I look after it?
As general good practice for glazed earthenware, we suggest washing it by hand in warm soapy water and drying it with a soft cloth.
Does it make a good gift?
Yes, it makes a thoughtful gift for anyone who enjoys a pretty cup, especially when wrapped up with some loose-leaf tea or good coffee.