Floral Cake Plate with Scalloped Gilt Border
Ceramic; Decorative Arts / Hard-paste Porcelain • Likely Limoges (France) or German (Silesian/Bavarian) porcelain manufacture such as Haviland, RS Prussia, or KPM
Style & Movement
Art Nouveau / Victorian Neo-Rococo influence
Medium & Technique
Glazed porcelain with overglaze transfer printing, hand-painted accents, and gilded rim details
Creation Period
Late 19th to early 20th century (approximately 1890–1915)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 10 to 12 inches in diameter; circular format with twin integrated handles
Subject Description
Central blank field surrounded by asymmetrical sprays of daisies and pink blossoms. The border features embossed scrollwork and floral relief with integrated handles.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good/Fair; visible wear to the gilt rim and some fading of the transfer motifs
Estimated Market Value
$30 - $75
Auction Estimate
$20 - $50
Provenance History
Likely part of a domestic dinner service or a standalone serving piece; typical of middle-class European and American households during the Belle Époque.
Art Historical Significance
Representative of the mass-production of luxury aesthetic goods for the rising middle class during the Industrial Revolution's refinement of porcelain chemistry.
Notable Features
Features distinct Neo-Rococo embossed moldings in the porcelain paste and an asymmetrical 'naturalistic' arrangement of flowers characteristic of the era.
Condition Issues
Significant gilding loss on handles and edges; some cutlery scratches on the glaze; minor surface staining/discoloration
Conservation Recommendations
Hand wash only with mild soap; avoid abrasive cleaners; display away from direct high-intensity lighting to prevent further pigment fading.