Saucer from a tea service for twelve 1807 - 1808

This saucer, part of a 12-piece tea service, was created by French artist Christophe-Ferdinand Caron in 1807-1808. The saucer features a delicate hand-painted bird in flight, set against a white porcelain background. The rim is adorned with an elaborate gilded border featuring a purple enamel and an intricate pattern of stylized leaves and stylized pine cones. This piece of decorative arts showcases the artistry of 19th-century French porcelain and serves as a testament to the elegance of the tea service tradition.