Tea drinking in the Russian tradition, as in the history of other countries of Europe and Asia, has a special ritual meaning. There are many beliefs, customs and legends connected with it, the themes of tea drinking are devoted to the subjects of painting, old songs and other works of art. To drink a fragrant hot tea, at the table gathered families, inviting relatives, friends and neighbors. From these feasts real holidays were received with sincere conversations, jokes and fun.
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Dimensions / Capacity |
Volume: Teapot – 30.43 fl. oz. (900 ml); Sugar Bowl – 20.29 fl. oz. (600 ml); Tea cup – 9.3 fl. oz. (275 ml); 6 saucers – D 5 “(12,5 cm); Milk Jug – 12.68 fl. oz. (375 ml) |
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Set Contains |
1 tea pot, 4 tea cups, 4saucers, 4 desert plates, 1 sugar bowl, and 1 milk jug |
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Manufacturer |
Russian Dulevo Porcelain Manufactory, since 1832 |
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Type of Porcelain |
Hard-paste porcelain, hand painting and rimmed with 24 carat gold |
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