Royal Worcester Loving Cup – Hand-Painted Worcester Cathedral c.1902

Royal Worcester Loving Cup – Hand-Painted Worcester Cathedral, Signed Monogram, c.1902 A finely hand-painted Edwardian Royal Worcester twin-handled loving cup, depicting Worcester Cathedral from the River Severn with a lone boatman in the foreground. The reverse features a trailing floral garland encircling a gilt monogram “AC”, likely denoting a commemorative commission or presentation. The scene is titled Worcester and signed to the lower right with a painted artist’s monogram, most likely “CF”, identifying the hand of a Royal Worcester studio decorator. The underside bears the puce Royal Worcester mark used circa 1902, along with the impressed shape number 52. Dimensions: 22 cm wide, 14 cm deep, 15.5 cm high Condition: Minor age-related glaze crazing and rubbing to the gilded bands. No chips, cracks, or restoration. A distinctive Worcester piece of topographical and decorative appeal, combining local interest with skilled studio execution.