Antique Mintons Demitasse Cup and Saucer England Chinoiserie Floral Gold Trim

  

An antique Mintons fine bone china demitasse cup and saucer set, crafted in England and retailed through the prominent Boston importer Jones, McDuffee & Stratton Co. The set features a vibrant Chinoiserie garden motif with hand-enameled flowering branches, stylized architectural fence elements, and colorful blossoms in cobalt blue, coral orange, turquoise, and soft pink. The rims, base, and cup handle are finished with fine gilt trim, including an ornate patterned gold border along the inside upper rim of the cup.

Retailer / Importer: Jones, McDuffee & Stratton Co. Pattern / Motif: Chinoiserie Oriental Floral & Garden Fence. Type: Demitasse / Espresso Cup & Saucer. Saucer Diameter: 4.25 inches. Cup Base: Printed with the Mintons globe and crown hallmark reading "MINTONS / ENGLAND", alongside the printed importer mark J.

And hand-painted iron-red pattern numbers. Saucer Base: Stamped with the matching Mintons globe hallmark, J. Stamp, and painted pattern identification code. Preserved in very good antique condition.

Glaze remains glossy and the hand-painted enamels are bright, distinct, and vibrant. Gilt accents along the rims and handle remain clean and well intact. No chips, cracks, hairlines, or repairs.