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A Most Decorative Pair of Wall Plaques, Pair of Plates plate, Circa 1920
Frank Craig Antiques
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A Most Decorative Pair of Wall Plaques, Pair of Plates plate, Circa 1920

1900 - 1920
Description

A most decorative pair of wall plaques, Depicting a young musician and a maiden in an alpine setting. He is contemplating his takings whilst she admires a piece of jewellery.

These plaques are decorated with vibrant colours and are pierced on the backs to provide an anchor for hanging.

Physical Dimensions
Height
36.5cm (14.37")
Width
36.5cm (14.37")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Declaration

Frank Craig Antiques has dated these Pair Porcelain Wall Plaques to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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SA793747
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1033
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A most decorative pair of wall plaques, Depicting a young musician and a maiden in an alpine setting. He is contemplating his takings whilst she admires a piece of jewellery.
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These plaques are decorated with vibrant colours and are pierced on the backs to provide an anchor for hanging.
Frank Craig Antiques
Height
36.5cm (14.37")
Width
36.5cm (14.37")
Depth
4cm (1.57")
Date of Manufacture

Frank Craig Antiques has dated these Pair Porcelain Wall Plaques to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA793747
Dealers Internal Ref
1033
Frank Craig Antiques
Frank Craig Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2018

Decorative antiques and works of art. Silver jewellery paintings clocks & curios . We can deliver worldwide.

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A pair of circular ceramic wall plaques depicting hand-painted European rustic genre scenes with figures in traditional dress against village backdrops.
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Archive I A pair of circular ceramic wall plaques depicting hand-painted European rustic genre scenes with figures in traditional dress against village backdrops.

A Most Decorative Pair of Wall Plaques, Pair of Plates plate, Circa 1920

Archive II A pair of circular ceramic wall plaques depicting hand-painted European rustic genre scenes with figures in traditional dress against village backdrops. View II
Archive III A pair of circular ceramic wall plaques depicting hand-painted European rustic genre scenes with figures in traditional dress against village backdrops. View III
Archive IV A pair of circular ceramic wall plaques depicting hand-painted European rustic genre scenes with figures in traditional dress against village backdrops. View IV
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Frank Craig Antiques
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A pair of circular ceramic wall plaques depicting hand-painted European rustic genre scenes with figures in traditional dress against village backdrops.
A most decorative pair of wall plaques, pair of plates plate, circa 1920
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A pair of circular ceramic wall plaques depicting hand-painted European rustic genre scenes with figures in traditional dress against village backdrops.
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FAQs

During the early 20th century, decorative wall plaques frequently depicted pastoral, rustic, or genre scenes featuring figures in traditional regional dress. These items were crafted primarily for ornamental display in dining rooms or parlours rather than for functional table use.

These items were predominantly constructed from ceramic, terracotta, or hard-paste porcelain and finished with a clear glaze. The detailed figurative scenes were executed through hand-painting, transfer printing, or lithography combined with hand-enamelling.

Authentic period pieces usually feature makers marks, impressed registration numbers, or painted pattern codes on the reverse side. Assessing wear around the foot-rims and examining the glaze for age-appropriate micro-crazing also helps confirm period origin.

Mounting ceramic plaques as a symmetrical pair on a narrow wall space creates an effective visual focal point. Alternatively, arranging them on shallow picture ledges or displaying them within glass-fronted cabinets adds historical texture to contemporary spaces.

Clean delicate ceramics using a soft, dry microfibre cloth to remove dust without disturbing delicate surface glazes. Avoid immersing period plates in water or using abrasive chemical cleaners, which can degrade painted accents.
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