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Pair of Lacca Povera Vases.
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Pair of Lacca Povera Vases.

1900 - 1920
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A pair of early 20th century wooden vases decorated in the Lacca Povera style with a decoupage of flowers on a brilliant blue background and with a gilded crenelated rim and base.

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36cm (14.17")
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David Robinson Antiques has dated these Antique Lacca Povera Vases to the 1900s.

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SA1059480
Description
A pair of early 20th century wooden vases decorated in the Lacca Povera style with a decoupage of flowers on a brilliant blue background and with a gilded crenelated rim and base.
Height
36cm (14.17")
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David Robinson Antiques has dated these Antique Lacca Povera Vases to the 1900s.

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David Robinson Antiques
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A pair of baluster-shaped lacca povera vases decorated with floral paper prints on a cobalt blue ground with scalloped gilded rims and gilded bases.
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Archive I A pair of baluster-shaped lacca povera vases decorated with floral paper prints on a cobalt blue ground with scalloped gilded rims and gilded bases.

Pair of Lacca Povera Vases.

Archive II A pair of baluster-shaped lacca povera vases decorated with floral paper prints on a cobalt blue ground with scalloped gilded rims and gilded bases. View II
Archive III A pair of baluster-shaped lacca povera vases decorated with floral paper prints on a cobalt blue ground with scalloped gilded rims and gilded bases. View III
Archive IV A pair of baluster-shaped lacca povera vases decorated with floral paper prints on a cobalt blue ground with scalloped gilded rims and gilded bases. View IV
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David Robinson Antiques
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The Admiral Vernon Arcade
Portobello Road
London
United Kingdom

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A pair of baluster-shaped lacca povera vases decorated with floral paper prints on a cobalt blue ground with scalloped gilded rims and gilded bases.
Pair of Lacca Povera vases.
Ref: SA1059480
A pair of baluster-shaped lacca povera vases decorated with floral paper prints on a cobalt blue ground with scalloped gilded rims and gilded bases.
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  • ObjectDecorative Vases
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleVenetian Rococo
  • MaterialLacquer, Paper, Wood, Paint, Gold Leaf
  • ColourBlue and Gold
  • MotifsScalloped gilded rim, Floral decoupage, Flared foot, Baluster shape
  • SizeH 36 cm (14 in)

This pair of early 20th century Venetian Rococo style vases is fashioned in the Lacca Povera tradition from wood with a blue and gold finish. Each baluster-shaped vessel displays a vibrant cobalt blue ground embellished with multicoloured floral decoupage prints featuring red, yellow, and brown blooms. The decorative scheme is completed by a scalloped gilded rim at the top, a rounded mid-section moulding, and a flared gilded foot at the base, showing subtle signs of age to the surfaces. Measuring 36 cm high, these decorative vases stand compactly on a mantelpiece to bring a decorative flourish to an interior space.

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Lacca Povera, also known as Arte Povera, originated in 18th-century Venice as an accessible alternative to imported Asian lacquerware. Italian artisans cut engraved paper prints, pasted them onto painted timber or papier-mache substrates, and sealed them with translucent varnish layers to simulate eastern lacquer decorative techniques.

Traditional construction involves a prepared wooden or earthen form coated in opaque paint, such as cobalt blue or cream. Hand-coloured copperplate prints are carefully applied to the surface before receiving multiple resin varnish coats, which are cured and polished alongside gilt highlights.

Authentic period examples exhibit micro-crazing throughout the varnish layers, subtle yellowing of the resin, visible paper relief edges beneath the sealant, and signs of authentic copperplate printing techniques. Gilded detailing typically displays light surface oxidisation and wear consistent with age.

These decorative objects function effectively as symmetrical accents atop a fireplace mantelpiece, credenza, or console table. Their contrast of strong background colour and gilding allows them to anchor formal classical schemes or complement eclectic contemporary interiors.

Maintain the surface by dusting lightly with a dry, soft microfibre cloth or feather duster, avoiding water, liquid cleaners, and solvent products. Position pieces away from direct heat sources and sunlight to prevent cracking, fading, or lifting of the underlying paper motifs.
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