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An extremely rare porcelain coffee cup - WWI
An extremely rare porcelain coffee cup and saucer manufactured by S. A. de Fuisseaux Baddour, Belgique, 1914. Cup inscribed Heroic Tommy in Belgium with the Union Jack and the handle has the black, yellow and red of the flag of Belgium. Saucer has the three colours of the Belgian Flag on rim, together with 4 Union Jacks. Manufacturers stamp on base of each piece. This delightful very early piece shows the high esteem in which Britain and its army was held by the Belgians. Commemorative Ware
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Media ID 14152875
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Belgian Belgians Belgique Coffee Colours Commemorative Delightful Esteem Extremely Handle Held Heroic Inscribed Jack Jacks Manufactured Manufacturers Piece Porcelain Rare Saucer Stamp Tommy Ware Base Shows
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 21.7cm (9.6" x 8.5")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This exquisite and extremely rare porcelain coffee cup and saucer, manufactured by S. A. de Fuisseaux Baddour in Belgique during 1914, is a precious testament to the deep appreciation and admiration the Belgian people held for the British army during World War I. The cup, inscribed with the phrase "Heroic Tommy in Belgium" and adorned with the Union Jack and the colors of the Belgian flag on the handle, is a poignant symbol of the unity and camaraderie between the two nations. The saucer, featuring the three colors of the Belgian flag on the rim and four Union Jacks, further emphasizes this sentiment. The manufacturers stamp on the base of each piece adds authenticity to this delightful early piece, which shows the high esteem in which Britain and its army were held by the Belgians. This commemorative ware, produced during the early stages of WWI, is a significant historical artifact that tells a story of unity and appreciation during a time of conflict. The intricate design and rare provenance make this porcelain set a valuable addition to any collection.
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