This pair of ceramic cups with matching saucers, made in Belgium in the 1960s, exemplifies mid-century modern tableware. The set is defined by its saturated honey-mustard yellow hue with subtle tonal transitions, highlighted by a high-gloss, reflective glaze. Fine crazing across the ceramic surface attests to the authenticity and age of the pieces. The cup handles display a distinctive, stylized scroll motif, characteristic of 1960s design, while the wide, shallow bowls with gently flared rims create a harmonious silhouette. The flat saucers mirror the color and sheen of the cups. The ceramic is smooth and uniform, with a mirror-like finish. The set is in very good condition, with only a small chip on the underside of one saucer and no visible signs of restoration. The listed price refers to the complete set: two cups and two saucers. These cups seem to narrate the story of Belgian modernism: the warm color evokes the optimism of the 1960s, while the glossy glaze reflects the light of a morning coffee ritual. The fine crazing is like a subtle record of passing time—a gentle trace of past gatherings and conversations around the table. The distinctive handles add a sense of ease and lightness, as if inviting one to celebrate daily rituals with a touch of period style. This set may be used both in a classically furnished dining room and in a modern interior with vintage accents. The cups will look striking on a wooden table or a white tablecloth, and their color pairs well with neutral-toned ceramics or simple glassware. They can be combined with other pieces from the 1960s—a geometrically shaped pot, a minimalist sugar bowl, or a decorative teak tray—to highlight the stylistic dialogue of the era.
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Height5 cm
Length10 cm
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Length10 cm
Height5 cm
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