Weimar Porcelain Cup from Thüringen, 1920

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This elegant Weimar porcelain cup, dating from around 1920, combines the delicate ornamentation of late Art Nouveau with the clearer … Read more This elegant Weimar porcelain cup, dating from around 1920, combines the delicate ornamentation of late Art Nouveau with the clearer design language of early Art Deco. The antique set, consisting of a cup, saucer, and plate, likely originates from the 1920s or early 1930s and was produced in Weimar, Thuringia, a renowned porcelain manufactory in the region.

The most striking feature is the intense turquoise green, which forms a serene band across the white porcelain. Together with the fine gold rims, it creates an aesthetic that is both understated and refined. The cup's shape retains the soft curves of earlier eras, while the minimalist decoration already reveals the influence of modern design.

The underside of the set bears the historic Weimar mark with the inscription "Gera," which likely refers to the design. Such pieces were created during a period when Thuringian porcelain manufacturers began to combine traditional craftsmanship with the new design ideas of the interwar period.

This dinnerware set is suitable both as a collector's item and as a stylish standalone piece for understated table settings, living rooms, or atmospheric interiors. The porcelain looks particularly beautiful when combined with dark wood, linen fabrics, or brass objects.

The set is in good condition with age-related wear that underscores the authentic character of this nearly 100-year-old porcelain.

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Manufacturer: Weimar Porcelain
Decoration: presumably "Gera"
Origin: Thuringia, Germany
Period: ca. 1920–1930
Style: Transitional Art Nouveau / Early Art Deco
Material: Porcelain with gold rim
Color: Turquoise green, white, gold
Cup height: approx. 5 cm
Volume: approx. 160 ml
Saucer: approx. 15 cm
Plate: approx. 20 cm
Condition: Good vintage condition with age-related wear See less