Monday, January 2, 2012

Lomonosov USSR Porcelain Teacup ~

Hello Everyone,
Well, it took some digging, but I found the manufacturer of my latest teacup by identifying the backstamp on the website found HERE. It was made by the Lomonosov Porcelain Factory in Saint Petersburg, Russia.  I fell in love with the delicate shape and design.




The Lomonosov Porcelain Factory is the prior name of the current Imperial Porcelain Factory (Manufactory.) It was first established in 1744 in the town of Oranienbaum (Lomonosov.)  Many collectors still refer to the Imperial Factory as Lomonosov. According to the backstamp on my cup, it was made prior to 1991.



As a novice teacup collector, I'm enjoying the research and history involved with learning about them. I'm beginning to see how one can learn to recognize the country of origin by the shapes and designs of these beautiful works of art. I hope you've enjoyed seeing the latest addition to my collection!


Until next time,
Cindy



39 comments:

Julie Tucker-Wolek said...

Just BEAUTIFUL! :):):):):)

Martha's Favorites said...

Hi: That is a beautiful cup. I have never seen one with that mark. This is what makes collecting tea cups so much fun, you always seen something stunning that you have never seen before. Thank you for sharing it this week. Wishing you a blessed 2012! Hugs, Martha

Zaa said...

Greetings Cindy .. Your cup is divine.... Imagine finding the info on it ... all the way to Russia...Isn't the internet fabulous.... It would be a delight to drink from... I just love the shape and how the delicate rose pattern intertwines around the teaset... Really a gorgeous set.... ENJOY !!!!..

Carole M. said...

..it's such a pretty teacup set Cindy. You're learning to identify cups and I'm working with birds :)

Sheila S. said...

Absolutely lovely!

Draffin Bears said...

Hi Cindy,

Your new teacup is really beautiful and isn't it neat finding the history of where they are manufactured. We often watch Antiques Roadshow and love seeing all the gorgeous china.

Happy New year
Hugs
Carolyn

Heirloom treasures said...

oooh this is a beauty, sooo pretty. Love it xx jeanetteann

Jill said...

Very pretty! I love the shape.

The Dutchess said...

Happy New year..and thank you for visiting Nowhere..

Cindy said...

Beau-ti and a bit of history. Thank you it was lovely

NanaDiana said...

That is just a gorgeous teacup. I love that you have taken the time to do research as you pursue your new passion! You'll be an expert in no time- xo Diana

Gina said...

Very dainty & beautiful!

Myric said...

Dont you just love finding out stories behind your findings? What a cute dainty cup!
Happy Collecting!
Xoxo
Myric

Sandi@ Rose Chintz Cottage said...

Good morning Cindy,
What a pretty teacup; so dainty too! Enjoyed the history about it. I find teacups simply fascinating! Thank you for sharing your little beauty with us and Happy New Year to you and your family.

Blessings,
Sandi

Brenda said...

That is beautiful Cindy! How did you find that? The Russians make such beautiful tea sets. I miss my Russian tea set that the '94 L.A. earthquake smashed to smithereens.

Antiques And Teacups said...

Yep...that's correct. Lomonosova makes very pretty porcelain. They don't so much bone china, but I just love their designs. Most folks don't know about them. I have a Russian language background so could read the backstamp when I first found them about 20 years ago. I think they are still tremendously unappreciated!
Ruth

Snap said...

Beautiful Russian teacup. What fun to successfully research where it was made. Happy Tea Day and Happy New Year!

Kathy said...

Hello Cindy,
This is truly lovely! It is fun to look up the origin of teacups, china etc... they are such works of art! Yours is gorgeous - I love learning something new! Thank you for sharing with A Return to Loveliness,
God Bless,
Kathy

Anonymous said...

So pretty, Cindy.
Stopping by to say hello and let you know my blog is now In Stillness and Simplicity. Hope you'll continue to visit and I look forward to many more stops here in 2012.
Much love,
Marcia (previously One Heart at Home)

Michele said...

lovely! xo

Lola said...

Such a truly beautiful work of art!

Happy New Year and many thanks for leaving such a beautiful comment at my place.

Beth said...

Cindy, Your cup and saucer are really pretty. Happy New Year, Cindy!
Beth

Queenie Believe said...

Such a beautiful tea cup and saucer, so delicate.
Have a great day.
Always, Queenie

Maria Andrade said...

Hi Cindy,
It's an outstanding tea cup and saucer, indeed!
And we seldom see Russian porcelain in blogland...
I noticed that the name of your blog is very similar to mine: "Arte, livros e velharias" means "Art, books and brac", so the only difference is the last word :)
Have a great week.

Celestina Marie said...

Hi Cindy,
What a gorgeous tea cup and saucer. So glad you found all the info and details about it. So interesting to learn the history.
Thank you for sharing. Blessings to you and yours in the new year.
Hugs, Celestina Marie

Ellen Whyte said...

A pretty piece of history. Wishing you a happy, healthy, fun and successful New Year.

Deb said...

I love a tall, slender tea-cup like this. It is really pretty.

Terri said...

Wow Cindy, your cup is a beauty and so unique in design and shape. I love it! It is so fascinating about china. I think one reason I am so in love with tea cups is the history of the cup itself, and the social history it may have had in the past. Fascinates me!
Hugs,
Terri

Fishtail Cottage said...

What a beautiful tea cup! I love seeing interesting & pretty designs I have not seen before....xoxo, tracie

Anonymous said...

I have not seen a tea cup with this pattern! How pretty and thanks for sharing!

Johanna Gehrlein said...

Hi Cindy,
what a romantic tea cup and from such a famous maker. Congratulation for finding it. I wish you a great new year full of luck, fun, health and many nice tea cups.
Best greetings, Johanna

Grandma Linda's Daydreams said...

Such a pretty, and unusual teacup! I hope your holidays were wonderful and that you'll have a blessed and Happy New Year!

meowmeowmans said...

What a pretty teacup! And how neat that you really have found a little piece of history. :)

Hope your 2012 is full of wonderful and abundant blessings, dear friends!

Sherry from Alabama said...

What a treasure! I'm sure you'll enjoy your new tea cup. It's so elegant and feminine.

Wishing you a warm and blessed New Year!

Sherry @ A Happy Valentine

Magic Love Crow said...

Cindy! How beautiful and delicate! Good quality!

A Magical Whimsy said...

Hi, Cindy
What a very sweet tea cup! I have a few Chintz tea cups and saucers from England, and also a couple of Paragon tea cups and saucers, and my husband bought me a complete set of Johnson Bros. Rose Chintz that you see in the movie 'Meet Me In Saint Louis' with Judy Garland. My set is new, but is made in England by Johnson Bros. probably 1995ish...a serving for twelve, with all of the serving pieces. I don't know what came over him when I asked him to buy them for me! So, yes...you and I have a LOT in common, Art, Tea, and Books!
I do need to have a tea party at my house this spring. Last year my daughter, Lavender (yes that is her name) had a tea party at our Laurelwood home, as she has a day care and the children loved the tea party!
I know, I am a crazy whimsical gal...but what else is there in life to have fun with!!!
Ta, ta~
And have a lovely rest of the week!
Teresa in California

A Magical Whimsy said...

OH! And thank you dear precious friend for posting my blog button here!
hugs,
Teresa

Starr said...

Cindy, hello! It's so nice to meet you, thanks for following my blog. You caught me at an update, hopefully I'll have it back in order soon. Yes, I was surprised at the "Cindy Adkins", I thought there was a mix up but I'm so happy to have found your delightful blog. I look forward to future visits!

Unknown said...

It sure is beautiful! I can see how you love it!

Happy New Year!

~Liz

P.S. I'm following you now... hope you will come by and say hi.

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