Homer Laughlin Empress Cream & Sugar

Elegant cream and covered sugar bowl by Homer Laughlin in the classic Empress shape, finished in warm ivory with hand-applied gold gilt along the rim, handle, and double band at the foot. Low, wide profile and curled handle make them a sweet accent for a tea tray or a refined shelf display.

• Materials: Glazed ceramic/earthenware with hand-applied gold gilt

• Style: Edwardian / Classic American china

• Theme: Tea service, traditional tableware, farmhouse elegant

• Age: ca. 1900–1920 (Empress shape; early Homer Laughlin backstamp)

• Brand / Maker: Homer Laughlin, marked “EMPERESS / 86L” on base

• Country of origin: USA (East Liverpool, OH / Newell, WV)

• Dimensions: Creamer: 5 in wide (spout to handle) × 3 in tall; Lidded Sugar Bowl: Approx. 6 in L (handle to handle), 5 in W, 4 in H (with lid)

• Condition: Good antique condition with age-appropriate wear, overall even crazing, light toning and a few tiny specks inside, and rub/wear to the gilt on rim and handle; no cracks or obvious chips seen.

• Food safe: Because of age and surface crazing, best used for decorative use only (not recommended for food or drink contact).