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Bernardaud Historical Litron Cup & Saucer – Limoges Porcelain Teacup

1778-1779, Original is housed in the St. Petersburg Hermitage Museum, Russia. A unique object: this cup is part of one of the most expensive and vast service ever produced by the Sèvres workshops in the XVIIIth century. Requisitioned by Catherine the Great, a passionate collector of cameos and intaglios, the production of this service necessitated the labor of 44 artists and craftsmen over a two-year period, or approximately the entire manpower and output of the factory. Its 744 pieces could set a dinner table for sixty guests.

The Bernardaud Historical Litron Cup & Saucer is crafted by Bernardaud, the storied Limoges porcelain house founded in 1863. From its workshops in Limoges, France, Bernardaud has supplied the world's finest tables for more than 160 years, pairing the region's famed kaolin porcelain with contemporary artistry.

Product Details

Brand & Origin

Brand: Bernardaud
Made in: Limoges, France — house founded 1863
Type: Teacup
Item: L413-4519

Materials & Craftsmanship

Material: Limoges Porcelain
Finish: Decorated and finished in Limoges, many designs with hand-applied gold or platinum

Collection

Part of the Historical Cups collection.

The Perfect Gift

Bernardaud porcelain is treasured on fine tables worldwide. Beautifully presented, the Historical Litron Cup & Saucer makes a memorable gift for weddings, anniversaries, and milestone celebrations.