O&EG Royal Austria Set of Five Antique Floral Teacups and Saucers

Description

Royal Austria O&EG Set of Five Vintage Floral Teacups and Saucers Set
Crisp white porcelain adorned with pink flowers and greenery, scalloped and embossed edges
Delicate gilt stripe down each teacup handle. Only one handle shows a tiny bit of wear.
Teacups 3 5/8" wide x 2 1/4" tall x 4 1/2" across including handle
Each cup holds 6 fluid ounces
Saucers 5 3/4" wide
This hallmark was used by Oscar and Edgar Gutherz of Altrolau, Bohemia {now Stara Role, Czech Republic} from 1899 to 1918. These teacups and saucers are at least 103 years old {possibly 122 years old} and are in pristine, like new condition!
*History: Oscar Gutherz began a porcelain decorating business is Altrolau in 1884 with financial backing from the American importer Lazarus Straus & Sons. They expanded into porcelain production. in 1899, Oscar's brother Edgar Gutherz, bought out Marx and joined Oscar in the business, which became known as Oscar & Edgar Gutherz Royal Austria Factory. In 1918 the Royal Austria Factory became part of OEPIAG, the Austrian Porcelain Industry.
Pristine Condition - No chips, cracks, crazing or discoloration