Springer & Co. Elbogen Porcelain Tea Set

This is a partial porcelain tea service manufactured by Springer & Co. in Elbogen, Austria, likely dating from the late 19th to early 20th century (circa 1880-1918). The set consists of multiple plates, saucers, teacups, and a creamer jug. Each piece is crafted from fine white porcelain featuring a delicate scalloped or lobed edge. The decoration consists of transfer-ware floral sprays in muted tones of pink, tan, and grey, accented by heavy hand-applied gold gilt on the rims and ornate scroll-style handles. The creamer is bulbous with a high-arched gold handle and a pointed spout. The teacups are wide-mouthed with matching gilded handles. As noted by the identifier, the base of the pieces are marked with 'Springer & Co. EL BOGEN Austria' and the pattern number 'L215'. The condition appears generally fair to good, with visible signs of age including minor gilt loss (rubbing) on the rims and handles, characteristic of frequent handling. There appears to be a notable crack or repair on the rim of the upper right teacup. The overall aesthetic is representative of the Austro-Hungarian ceramic tradition, displaying high-quality craftsmanship through the thinness of the porcelain and the intricacy of the molding.