Floral Decorated Platter with Gilt Scale Border
Decorative art, ceramic porcelain platter • Unknown manufacturer, likely European or American porcelain factory with traditional floral design
Style & Movement
Traditional / Neoclassical Revival decorative ceramic style
Medium & Technique
Glazed porcelain with overglaze enamel hand-painted floral motifs and heavily applied gilded scale pattern border
Creation Period
Mid to late 20th century
Dimensions & Format
Medium round or slightly oval serving platter, approximately 12 to 14 inches in diameter
Subject Description
Central hand-painted floral spray featuring a prominent pink tulip, purple and yellow flowers, and delicate foliage on a white glazed porcelain ground, framed by an elaborate wide textured gilt scale border and scalloped rim
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good, showing standard minor shelf wear and an applied retail store adhesive price label on the surface
Estimated Market Value
USD 40 - USD 80
Auction Estimate
USD 20 - USD 50
Provenance History
Thrift store or antique mall inventory, indicated by the visible price tag from 'Cents & Sensibility'
Art Historical Significance
Representative example of mass-market or mid-century decorative porcelain tableware utilizing classic European floral transfer and hand-finishing techniques
Notable Features
Scalloped rim with intricate fishscale gilt pattern and a vibrant hand-painted pink tulip as the focal point of the floral arrangement
Condition Issues
None immediately visible beyond surface dust and the presence of a retail sticker which requires safe removal
Conservation Recommendations
Gentle hand washing with mild soap and warm water; avoid abrasive scrubbers to protect the overglaze enamel and delicate gilding