Imperial Cobalt Net Appraisal

Lomonosov Imperial Porcelain 'Cobalt Net' Tea Set and Dinnerware

The image displays a collection of porcelain items characterized by the distinctive 'Cobalt Net' pattern, famously associated with the Lomonosov (now Imperial) Porcelain Factory of Russia. The set comprises multiple pieces, including a large teapot, a sugar bowl with a lid, a creamer or milk pitcher, several teacups, and a stack of dinner or dessert plates. The primary physical characteristic is the brilliant white porcelain base adorned with a meticulously hand-painted cobalt blue net pattern, accentuated with 22-karat gold detailing at the intersections and along the rims and handles. The teapot and sugar bowl feature spherical bodies with elegantly curved handles and lids topped with small, dark finials, possibly also gilded. The creamer shares the same globular body and an integrated handle. The teacups appear to be of a standard size, showcasing the same Cobalt Net design. The dinnerware plates are round, with a subtle rim, and a cleaner, less adorned surface, likely to allow the cobalt net pattern on the accompanying pieces to stand out. The craftsmanship is evident in the intricate and uniform application of the Cobalt Net design, which requires a delicate hand and precision. The style is classic and ornate, indicative of a mid-20th century to contemporary production, maintaining traditional Russian porcelain artistry. No significant condition issues like chips, cracks, or extensive wear are immediately visible on the porcelain items; the gold accents appear largely intact, suggesting good preservation. Alongside the porcelain, there is a large clear glass platter with a deeply cut geometric starburst pattern in the center and a scalloped, relief-decorated rim, as well as a small, fluted clear glass vase. These ancillary items suggest a complete display setting rather than being part of the porcelain tea set itself.