Bidspirit auction | Antique Russian Gardner Porcelain Cup

Antique Russian Gardner Porcelain Cup and Saucer, Eastern Market, Late 19th Century - Antique Russian Gardner Porcelain Cup & Saucer – Eastern Market (Late 19th Century)Description: An exquisite example of 19th-century Russian porcelain from the world-renowned Gardner Factory (Verbilki). This set was specifically produced for the ”Eastern Market” (Persia and Central Asia), a prestigious segment of Gardner’s production known for its vibrant colors and specific motifs.Design: Features a striking sky-blue gradient (ombré) background. The body is decorated with elegant gilded butterflies and hand-painted polychrome floral cartouches. The cup has a delicate ribbed (fluted) texture and a classical scroll handle.Markings: The underside bears the authentic red Gardner Factory stamp featuring the Imperial Double-Headed Eagle and St. George the Victorious. It also includes the specific Persian/Arabic script markings used for export to the Eastern provinces.Dimensions: Saucer diameter 11.3 cm; Cup height 5.6 cm.Condition: Remarkable antique condition. The porcelain is intact with no chips or cracks. The gilding remains bright with only very light, age-appropriate thinning on the rims.