Teacup and saucer 1770 - 1780

This teacup and saucer set, produced by the Höchst Manufactory in Germany between 1770 and 1780, features a delicate depiction of a rooster and hen. The porcelain is adorned with hand-painted details in muted colors, characteristic of the Rococo style popular during this period. The gold trim adds an element of elegance and reflects the craftsmanship of the Höchst Manufactory, renowned for its high-quality porcelain production. The set, currently housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York, is a testament to the artistic and technical mastery of 18th-century German ceramics.