Cup with cover 1820 - 1835

This black porcelain cup and cover, created by French artist Jean-Baptiste-Edouard Honoré between 1820 and 1835, is a fine example of 19th-century decorative art. The piece showcases intricate hand-painted floral motifs in delicate colors against a deep black background, accented by gilded details. This cup, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, exemplifies the craftsmanship and aesthetic sensibility of the era.