Small Miniature Porcelain Cup From Paris - Early 19th Century

White background decorated with garlands and gold dots. Large gold lines on the body and on the edges. Dimension(s): Cup: Height. 4.8 cm - Length. 6.7 cm - Saucer: 8.3 cm, Condition(s): PERFECT CONDITION, Period: EARLY 19TH CENTURY - CHARLES X Small miniature cups are rare in porcelain, they had several uses, namely: - Manufacturing samples: They were often used by manufacturers as models or samples to demonstrate their know-how in terms of decoration, shapes and techniques to customers or merchants, - Children's toys: Some small cups were part of miniature services intended for children's games, often to simulate meals or snacks, - Demonstration objects for learning: In some cases, they served as educational objects for apprentice porcelain makers who were practicing decoration or painting. - Decorative objects: These cups were prized as collector's items or decorative elements in amateur cabinets or display cases. PAYMENT and TRANSPORT PAYMENTS ACCEPTED via PAYPAL / TRANSFER / CB online or by CHECK. PACKAGES WILL BE POSTED WITHIN 4 DAYS. GROUPED SHIPPING POSSIBLE IN CASE OF PURCHASE OF MULTIPLE OBJECTS.