Teacup and saucer 1770 - 1780

This teacup and saucer, produced by the Höchst Manufactory between 1770 and 1780, is a fine example of 18th-century European porcelain. The delicate, hand-painted decoration features a pair of geese on the saucer and a pair of partridges on the teacup, set against a backdrop of lush foliage. The gold-rimmed porcelain highlights the artistry of the Höchst Manufactory, renowned for its high-quality porcelain and exquisite hand-painted designs. The teacup and saucer are currently housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.