Antique GIEN duo of cups and saucers, Cashmere Bothee decor – French earthenware

Antique pair of tea cups and matching saucers – Gien factory – “Cachemire” or “Bohree” design Immerse yourself in the richness of 19th-century oriental motifs with this superb set of fine earthenware from Gien, France. These two cups and their saucers feature a sumptuous “Cachemire” or “Bohree” design, characterized by lush floral arabesques, palmettes, and motifs inspired by India and Persia. This iconic design, also produced by other major French earthenware factories, was highly prized in the 1870s–1930s for its refined exoticism. Each piece bears the intaglio signature and blue stamp of the Gien factory, accompanied by the mention “RIFL.C.”, used for this design. 🔹 Condition: Very good overall condition for an antique set. No chips or cracks. Beautiful patina of use with slight surface cracking (crazing), typical of antique pieces. 🔹 Dimensions: Cups: diameter 10.5 cm|height 6 cm (approx. 4.1 X 2.4 in) Saucers: diameter 14.5 cm (approx. 5.7 in) 🔹 Marks: "GIEN FRANCE" with the castle Design mention: "RIFL.C." 🔹 Origin: France 🔹 Estimated period: early 20th century Professionally packaged and carefully shipped worldwide. Please feel free to ask any questions. A great gift idea or addition to a collection of antique earthenware.