Bird painted cake plate
Antique English,
Spectacular porcelain cake serving plate, painted with a bird perched on a grass, flow blue border with moulded and gilded design; antique English or French 19th century.
Condition: fine, some minor surface wear
Products made in the traditional Victorian style are often recognisable because of their lavish decoration. The design mixes various sources of inspiration, but the prevalent decorative features are rich floral ornaments, scrolls and foliage, often applied all over the items.
Size
- Diameter
- 24 cm
How to care
Avoid washing gilded and overglaze painted ceramics in a dishwasher. Tiny sand particles in the water will eventually make the decoration look dull.
How to care
Porcelain, ironstone and pottery are tough materials. Wash all ceramics normally in a warm water with a sponge. Be gentle with overglaze decorations.