Friedrich Spahr Silver Overlay Demitasse
Code: OWA3237
Stock Number: – OWA3237
Date: - Circa 1950s
Materials: – Fine Hutschenreuther German porcelain, The silver from the Schwäbisch Gmünd Silver studio of Friedrich Spahr
Country of Origin: – Germany
Description: – A typically 1950s demitasse cup & saucer decorated in the Schwäbisch Gmünd silver studios of Friedrich Spahr. The silver is not stamped in the normal manner for work by Spahr. However, the Sterling mark impressed on the top rim close to the handle, indicates this was probably made for the American market. The striking shape of the Hutschenreuther demitasse has a turquoise ground, and is enhanced with a trailing floral design in silver overlay which is a known pattern made in the Friedrich Saphr Schwäbisch Gmünd Silver studios.
Size & Weight: – The demitasse is 8.5cm tall & 5.5cm across the rim, the saucer is 11.5cm across. The whole weighs approximately 120g.
Condition: – The fine Hutschenreuther Porcelain is in superb condition without any chips, cracks, hairlines or restoration. The pure silver overlay by Friedrich Spahr is without any losses.
Photography: - Please look at the images as they show a true status of this delightful cup & saucer. There are some light reflections seen following the photography and are not discolourations to the glaze.
History & Marks:– The Hutschenreuther porcelain marks used from 1939-1964. The silver is not stamped in the normal manner for work by Spahr. However, the Sterling mark impressed on the top rim close to the handle, indicates this was probably made for the American market. This pattern is a known pattern made by Friedrich Spahr Studios.
Declaration:– This is original Hutschenreuther Porcelain from the time period described. The silver overlay is that from the Schwåbisch Gmünd silver studios of Friedrich Spahr.
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