Villeroy & Boch “Anjou” Porcelain Demitasse Set with Lidded Sugar - c.1887

A beautifully composed and increasingly scarce example of Villeroy & Boch’s coveted “Anjou” pattern, this antique demitasse service captures the romanticism of European hunting scenes with remarkable precision and depth. Rendered in rich sepia tones on luminous fine porcelain, each piece features intricately detailed woodland vignettes—fox, stag, and pastoral landscape—framed by an ornate border that feels both storied and refined.

This set offers a complete and highly decorative presentation, including two demitasse cups, two matching saucers, and a lidded sugar bowl, each piece working harmoniously together as both functional tableware and collectible display. Produced in Germany in 1887, this is an early and authentic example of Villeroy & Boch craftsmanship, long discontinued and increasingly difficult to source in a complete grouping such as this.

SIZE
Demitasse Cups: approximately 2.5–3" height
Saucers: approximately 5–5.5" diameter
Lidded Sugar Bowl: approximately 4–5" height

CONDITION
Excellent antique condition with no chips or cracks observed. Light, age-appropriate wear consistent with careful use over time. The transfer decoration remains crisp and richly defined, with no notable fading.

MAKER
Villeroy & Boch
“Anjou” pattern
Germany, circa 1887

MATERIAL
Fine porcelain

WHY WE LOVE THIS
This is the kind of piece that instantly elevates a setting—quietly luxurious, deeply rooted in heritage, and visually layered with storytelling. The scale makes it incredibly versatile: perfect for an after-dinner espresso service, styled atop a bar tray, or incorporated into a Ralph Lauren–style vignette. The tonal brown transferware reads sophisticated and timeless, pairing effortlessly with wood, leather, and brass.

STYLING SUGGESTION
Style this set on a polished wood surface or black soapstone countertop alongside a stack of antique leather-bound books and a small brass tray. It is especially striking in a Western Reserve–style keeping room or butler’s pantry—allow the sugar bowl to sit slightly forward as the focal point, with the cups flanking it symmetrically for a composed, editorial look.