One of the things we realized after we bought this antiques business was that there was a very broad range of collectibles out there, and that we could either become generalists and offer a little bit of everything, or specialists, and focus in on one or two particular areas of interest. Wouldn't I love to become known as That Teacup and Saucer Lady!
Teacups and saucers denote good breeding, high social standing, and leisure time. No one races around the house with a teacup in their hand (that would be a coffee mug) while trying to get out the door. A cup of tea served properly means that you're sitting down, perhaps with someone else, engaged in polite conversation. A plate of cookies, rests between you. There probably isn't a TV in the room, or if there is, it's not turned on.
So, yes - we like teacups. Here's today's picture, of an Alfred Meakin Art Deco teacup and saucer that Bob found at an estate sale in Winter Haven. We love the colors and the shape - what a great handle! We'll be looking for more of these gems in our haunts; and we'll be hoping to be known as Those Teacup People.
1 comment:
What a great find, Dad! I, too, love the pattern!
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