Dessert serving ceramic plate with moulded border, painted in pale turquoise and aubergine; antique English Victorian, 19th century.
Condition: hairline on the rim, antique – wear to the paint
Size: 24.5 cm L; 25 cm W; 9.6″ L; 9.8″ W.
Style note — 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.
Facts of Lavish Ceramics tip — porcelain, ironstone and pottery are tough materials. Wash all ceramics normally in a warm water with a sponge. Be more gentle with overglaze decorations.