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Rare First Empire Imperial Sèvres Chocolate Cup & Saucer
Napoleon Bonaparte, King of Italy Coat of Arms — France — Circa 1810–1815
Historical Significance
This extraordinary porcelain chocolate cup and saucer set represents a definitive moment in European history. Produced in France by the prestigious Imperial Sèvres Manufactory during the height of the First Empire (1810–1815), the front of the cup bears the intricately hand-painted Royal Crest of Napoleon Bonaparte as the King of Italy (a title he held between 1805 and 1814).
Artistry & Imperial Motifs
The Napoleonic Italian Coat of Arms is executed in magnificent, fine detail and vibrant, bright colors. Reflecting the peak of Empire design, the borders feature alternating gold medallions proudly bearing the iconic capital letter \"N\". Rich, feathery green leaves encircle the perimeter of both pieces, beautifully framed by heavy gilded accents and a delicate, lacy gold medallion in the center of the saucer. The cup features a spectacular, sculptural gilded lion’s head handle resting on an elegant pedestal base.
Dimensions
- Saucer: 5 1/4 inches in diameter.
- Cup: 3 1/4 inches tall with a top diameter of 2 3/4 inches.
Condition Report
Excellent antique condition overall, showing beautifully with no defects, no chips, no cracks, no crazing, and no structural repairs. A truly exceptional, clean survivor of early 19th-century imperial history.
Shipping & Protection Policies
Given the immense historical value of this set, it will be packed with elite spatial engineering, suspended inside a heavy-duty container with premium cushioning to survive any transit shocks. Shipped via USPS Calculated Shipping based on dimensional weight. A full third-party insurance policy and a mandatory signature delivery requirement are fully integrated into the checkout total to completely protect this investment.
