Antique Egg Cup Appraisal

Porcelain Egg Cup with Girl Illustration

This item is a white porcelain egg cup, designed to hold a single boiled egg. It features a decorative transfer print of a young girl with long, flowing blonde hair, wearing a green garment over a yellow, polka-dotted dress. She is holding a small bouquet of yellow flowers, and there appears to be a halo or large floral hat extending above her head. The illustration has a somewhat faded, vintage aesthetic. The egg cup has a traditional form, consisting of a cup-like top for the egg and a flared, pedestal base for stability. The rim of the egg cup shows faint signs of a gold-colored accent band, which appears somewhat worn or rubbed off in areas, indicating age or use. The material is glazed ceramic, likely porcelain, given its fine, smooth finish and white color. The overall condition appears good, with no obvious chips, cracks, or significant damage visible from the provided image, though minor scuffs or wear consistent with age might be present on closer inspection, especially on the base. The illustration's color appears consistent, without major fading or chipping. While no maker's mark is visible in the image, the user context suggests a 'Bowl Bavaria' stamp on the back, which would indicate a German origin, likely from the Bavaria region, known for its porcelain production. This suggests a post-19th century date, possibly early to mid-20th century, consistent with the style of the illustration. The craftsmanship appears to be of good quality, typical of mass-produced decorative porcelain of its era.