Dalva Brothers Antiques, Antique Furniture, New York

French 18th century furniture, clocks, lighting, paintings, porcelain, sculpture and tapestries

Vincennes bleu lapis cup and saucer (gobelet calabre et soucoupe) with rose camaïeu decoration. The cup is painted with a rose camaïeu reserve depicting Cupid unsheathing a sword while leaning against a helmet. The saucer depicts Cupid holding a floral wreath and an arrow while gazing downwards. [Gilding somewhat worn.]

Dated: “A” (1753)

Painter’s Mark: Xhrouuet, père (Philippe Secroix)

Ex Collection: Leo and Doris Hodroff Collection (2003)