Tea became the nation's beverage during Queen Victoria's reign. Lower taxes on tea and the expansion of plantations in India (the plant had originated in China) meant there was more affordable tea than ever before, making it accessible to more levels of society.
 
This is a victorian tea service with a chinoiserie decoration.
 
The service comprises of :
8 x Tea cups
8 x Saucers
8 x Tea plates
2 x Cake plates
 
( Silver plated tea pot and cake slice are for photography purposes only, but we do have several available if needed )
 
Condition is good through out.
 
Dimensions of cups : 5.5 cm high x 9 cm diameter.