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A Pair of Victorian Papier Mache Panels
Mark Davis Antiques
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A Pair of Victorian Papier Mache Panels

19th century
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A Pair of Victorian Papier Mache Panels painted and gilt with oriental figures amongst classical ruins.

Physical Dimensions
Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
40cm (15.75")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Mark Davis Antiques has dated these Victorian Papier Mache Panels to the 1860s.

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SA493998
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Description
A Pair of Victorian Papier Mache Panels painted and gilt with oriental figures amongst classical ruins.
Height
30cm (11.81")
Width
40cm (15.75")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Mark Davis Antiques has dated these Victorian Papier Mache Panels to the 1860s.

Reference Numbers
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SA493998
Mark Davis Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since May 2008
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Mark Davis Antiques
Telephone 07890 261614
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16 Fore Street
Kingsbridge
Devon
TQ7 1NY
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/markdavis
Verified Since May 2008
Items For Sale 92
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Mark Davis Antiques
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A pair of serpentine Victorian papier mache panels painted with classical ruins and figures in golden amber and black tones.
A Pair of Victorian Papier Mache Panels
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A pair of serpentine Victorian papier mache panels painted with classical ruins and figures in golden amber and black tones.
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Victorian papier mache art refers to decorative objects and panels crafted from compressed paper pulp or laminated paper sheets saturated with adhesive, moulded, dried, and coated with dark lacquer. Popularised in the 19th century, these items were frequently decorated with hand-painted architectural views, classical ruins, floral motifs, or orientalist scenes.

Manufacturers created these pieces by layering sheets of paper soaked in paste over iron or wooden moulds, which were then baked at high temperatures to achieve structural rigidity. Once dry, the surfaces were polished, japanned with layers of oil-based asphaltum lacquer, and decorated with oil paint, gilding, or mother-of-pearl inlay.

Authentic 19th-century papier mache displays substantial weight, a smooth, cold feel similar to wood, and fine craze lines in the lacquer varnish known as craquelure. Stamped maker marks such as Jennens & Bettridge are sometimes present on the reverse, alongside signs of genuine hand-painted brushwork rather than modern printed transfers.

These dark, atmospheric panels work effectively mounted in a gallery wall arrangement or placed on display stands atop a console table. Pair them with modern minimalist furniture, warm brass accents, or rich wall shades to highlight their golden hues and intricate painted detailing.

Preserve papier mache by keeping it out of direct sunlight and maintaining stable humidity levels to prevent warping or lacquer blooming. Clean gently using a dry, soft microfibre cloth, avoiding water, harsh detergents, or alcohol-based solvents that can dissolve the original varnish glaze.
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