Antique Vista Alegre Soup Tureen - Blue and Gold Floral Decoration - Casa Buisson Porto

Magnificent antique Vista Alegre porcelain soup tureen, sold by the prestigious Casa Buisson on Rua de Santo António, Porto. This historic piece features an elegant hand-painted floral decoration in cobalt blue tones and gold details, representing the excellence of Portuguese craftsmanship from the early 20th century.

Main Features

• Authentic Vista Alegre porcelain with handwritten "VA" mark.
• Marketed by Casa Buisson, Porto (brand name in the background)
• Hand-painted floral decoration in cobalt blue.
• Gold details on the edges and friezes
• Lid with decorative branch-shaped handle
• Side wings sculpted with floral motifs.
• Pedestal base for elegant presentation.
• Blue and gold friezes in relief.
• Stylized floral motifs with foliage and gold details.
• High-quality white enamel

Provenance and History

This soup tureen was manufactured by Vista Alegre, the historic Portuguese manufactory founded in 1824, and sold through Casa Buisson, a prestigious porcelain and luxury goods store located on Rua de Santo António in Porto. The handwritten mark "VA" next to the logo is an internal production control mark of the Vista Alegre factory.

The combination of Vista Alegre quality with distribution through Casa Buisson makes this piece particularly interesting for collectors, representing the commercial network of fine porcelain in Porto at the beginning of the 20th century.

State and Use

A collector's item in excellent condition, ideal for collectors of Vista Alegre porcelain or those interested in the commercial history of Porto Alegre. It can be used functionally to serve soups on special occasions or as a striking decorative piece on sideboards, dining tables, or display cases.