Description :

Antique European Porcelain Covered Dish Hand Painted Floral Gilt

This elegant three-piece porcelain serving set exemplifies European ceramic artistry from the 18th to 19th century period. The covered dish features delicate hand-painted floral motifs including roses, violets, and other garden flowers in vibrant purples, yellows, oranges, and blues scattered across the white porcelain surface. The domed lid is crowned with an intricately detailed acorn-shaped finial surrounded by molded leaves. Gold trim accents the edges and decorative elements throughout the piece. The matching underplate displays a sophisticated rococo-style scalloped rim with raised relief work and continues the floral theme with scattered blossoms. Blue underglaze maker's marks are visible on the base, though the specific manufacturer requires further research. This type of serving dish was traditionally used for presenting preserves, butter, or other accompaniments during formal dining occasions. The piece demonstrates the high level of craftsmanship typical of European porcelain manufactories of this era.

Materials: Fine porcelain with hand-painted enamel decoration and gold gilding.

Measurements:

Butter holder section: 3 7/8" around x 1 1/2"H 

Cover: 4 11/16 around x 4 1/2"H