Oh how I love this pattern! The story depicted on them tells a story of olden times and every time you look at it, you always see something different. My first view of the pattern I was a little concerned because of shepherd stands behind the maiden and looks kind of...let’s say challenging. But if you look very close then you see she’s tending the shrubbery and he’s managing the herd.  I really love the cups because they feel so comfortable to the  hand while drinking hot beverages. The set is nice but I prefer to use them instead of storing away to collect dust. People can admire them while the eat.