Coffee cup (part of a service) 1760 - 1765

This porcelain coffee cup and saucer, part of a larger service, was made in the Nymphenburg Porcelain Manufactory in Germany between 1760 and 1765. The cup, decorated with delicate floral motifs in shades of pink, purple, and green, is a fine example of Rococo style. The saucer features a scene of fashionable figures in a park setting, characteristic of the lighthearted and elegant aesthetic of the era. The gold accents on both pieces are reminiscent of the lavishness of the Rococo period, reflecting the influence of French decorative arts on German porcelain production. This intricate and charming set, now housed at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, is a testament to the exquisite craftsmanship of the Nymphenburg Manufactory and its role in shaping the history of European porcelain.