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ANTIQUE #SA1222129

Victorian Papier-mâché And Mother-of-pearl Inlaid Tray By Benetfink & Co., London

£450    $610    €530
Victorian Papier-Mâché and Mother-of-Pearl Inlaid Tray by Benetfink & Co., London
 
England, circa 1870
 
A finely decorated Victorian papier-mâché tray of large oval form, richly ornamented with mother-of-pearl inlay and gilt decoration on a deep black lacquer ground. The raised central medallion is centred with stylised foliate motifs and scrolling ornament, surrounded by bands of nacreous inlay, trailing vine decoration, and delicate gilt highlights throughout.
 
The broad border is particularly striking, with repeated mother-of-pearl leaf motifs and an interlaced outer band displaying strong iridescence. The reverse bears the impressed retailer’s mark for Benetfink & Co., 26 Cheapside, London. Benetfink was a respected London retailer of high-quality decorative goods during the Victorian period, often associated with fine lacquerwares and papier-mâché pieces in the manner of Jennens & Bettridge.
 
Condition:
 
Presented in good antique condition overall, with age-related craqu...
Antique ID: SA1222129
Item: Victorian Papier-mâché And Mother-of-pearl Inlaid Tray By Benetfink & Co., London - (reference SA1222129)
Buying direct from seller: Treasure Trove Worcester Ltd
£450



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