{"product_id":"art-deco-picnic-boxed-gift-tea-set-sterling-spoons-mappin-webb-royal-doulton","title":"ART DECO Picnic Boxed GIFT Tea Set Sterling Spoons Mappin \u0026 Webb \u0026 Royal Doulton","description":"This Mappin \u0026amp; Webb sterling Silver Spoon and Royal Doulton Porcelain traveling demitasse set is a real treasure for collectors. The set includes a demitasse cup, saucer, and demitasse Sterling spoon.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoxed tea sets were originally a convenient way to travel or go on a picnic and still be able to have a civilised cup of tea halfway through the afternoon. As time went on they became more elaborate and the pieces ever finer, then the additional pieces like the teapot and creamer were removed and they became a special set to be given at an important occasion, like a wedding or other important event.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe cups and saucers are all made of delicate porcelain with a beautiful floral pattern in shades raspberry and gold. It's perfect for all occasions, whether you're entertaining guests or simply enjoying a cup of your favorite chocolate or espresso by yourself.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis original Art Deco set dates back to 1920-1930s and was manufactured in the United Kingdom. The sterling spoons are by the famous maker Mappin \u0026amp; Webb and appear to be gold vermeil. The gorgeous raspberry and gold color scheme adds a touch of classic elegance to any table setting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDon't miss your chance to own this RARE a piece of history with this exquisite demitasse set.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCONDITION\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn absolutely lovely vintage condition. This set does not appear to have been used much if at all. No chips or cracks evident. No noticeable loss of gold on the porcelain. The velvet in the traveling case has some minor age spotting. The case itself has some very minor superficial scratches. These do not come along often and definitely not in this lovely condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease see photos for cups, saucers, and spoons.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCase dimensions approximately 14.5” x 11.5” x 4”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnline auctions sales at the top houses are about $1200-1400‼️\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll my treasures are hand picked by me.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI curate only the very best and make sure they are arriving, packed with love at your home.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClaudia\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eXOXO","brand":"Mappin \u0026 Webb Royal Doulton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41792601981061,"sku":null,"price":548.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0564\/4238\/8613\/files\/3d8b038a-b51d-4654-bcd1-5caa02c2ad76.jpg?v=1785851102","url":"https:\/\/themarialvacollection.com\/products\/art-deco-picnic-boxed-gift-tea-set-sterling-spoons-mappin-webb-royal-doulton","provider":"The Marialva Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}