Description: RARE 1890s Knowles Taylor Knowles KTK Lotus Ware White, Gold, Yellow Cup & Saucer. The Lotus Ware line began production in 1892 and was publicly introduced at the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago. Due to the difficulty of production and the the company only releasing "perfect" pieces, it is estimated that up to 90% of the items produced were destroyed, leading to its discontinuation in 1896. The accounts I have read estimate that only 5000 or so pieces of Lotus Ware survive today. Saucer measures approximately 5" in diameter and cup rim is about 2 1/4" in diameter. Condition is good for age and extremely delicate nature of the set with no cracks and no chips except for a couple of tiny "flea bites" along the bottom of the saucer. There is wear to the gilding and some discoloration from previous tobacco exposure.I have completed a cursory cleaning, but the staining will likely resolve with a more thorough cleaning. Please view photos for best assessment. Check out my other listings in my eBay store!
Price: 149.99 USD
Location: Wilmington, Ohio
End Time: 2024-09-30T18:24:30.000Z
Shipping Cost: 10.95 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Seller
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Brand: Knowles
Type: Cup
Color: White
Set Includes: Saucer
Year Manufactured: 1892
