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Chrysanthemum Teacups

Of course the reason I began growing chrysanthemums in the first place is so I could put them in a matching teacup! I found several that I loved, one was a Limoges cup and saucer from 1895 with fabulous gold orbs bordered in black, the other (c. 1900) a handpainted Bavarian cup and saucer signed by Helen (HKaub) Grossart. Even if I didn’t have the exact mums on hand I thought I should shoot what I had so I would have something to work with.  I also couldn’t resist shooting with some of the miniature pitchers, reminiscent of Fiestaware.

 

  1. Elizabeth Cameron says:

    Spidery mums, like beautiful blooming explosions of petals. Your antique collection grows, nice. Great photos and chosen surface & backdrops.

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