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Description

Wonderful 19th century painted porcelain plaque within a decorative embossed metal frame.

Normal marks / scuffs commensurate with age but overall, this highly decorative piece is in good condition.

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Reasonably priced delivery available.

Diameter 23" 59 cm

Depth 2.5" 6 cm

all sizes approximate.

Date of Manufacture

Athey Antiques has dated this Antique Porcelain Plaque to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

59cm (23.23")

Width

59cm (23.23")

Depth

6cm (2.36")

Reference Numbers

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SA1111856

Dealers Internal Reference

ath3692

Description

Wonderful 19th century painted porcelain plaque within a decorative embossed metal frame.

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Normal marks / scuffs commensurate with age but overall, this highly decorative piece is in good condition.

Athey Antiques

Please contact us for further details.

Reasonably priced delivery available.

Diameter 23" 59 cm

Depth 2.5" 6 cm

all sizes approximate.

Date of Manufacture

Athey Antiques has dated this Antique Porcelain Plaque to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions

Height

59cm (23.23")

Width

59cm (23.23")

Depth

6cm (2.36")

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1111856

Dealers Internal Ref

ath3692

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Athey Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2010

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Athey Antiques

Telephone 01665 604229 or 07836 718350

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Castle Corner
Alnwick
Northumberland
NE66 1JQ
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/athey

Verified Since Dec 2010

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ObjectWall Plaques
Period19th century
StyleVictorian & Gothic
MaterialBronze, Porcelain
ColourDark Brown
MotifsRelief moulding, Scrollwork, Portrait painting, Beaded border
SizeH 59 cm (23 in) x W 59 cm (23 in) x D 6 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Decorative wall plaques gained popularity during the 19th century as interior ornamentations, often combining metalwork frames with hand-painted ceramic or porcelain centerpieces.

These items typically feature cast metals such as bronze, brass, or spelter for the frames, paired with fired ceramic, earthenware, or porcelain panels.

Authenticity is determined by examining the casting quality of the metal frame, the hand-painted details on the ceramic surface, and signs of natural oxidisation and wear on the reverse.

This piece works well as a focal point on a neutral wall or salon-style gallery wall, paired with other metallic or framed historical objects to create depth.

Keep the item away from direct sunlight and high humidity, cleaning the metal gently with a soft dry cloth and avoiding harsh chemical polishes.