Antique Porcelain butter dish Tureen Art Nouveau Floral Green Gilt Handle 9"x8"

Condition: Used

Condition Notes: Acceptable vintage condition:Noticeable crazing throughout the glaze (consistent with age)Small manufacturing flaws, minor wear to gilding in raised areasA few tiny glaze skips and discoloration spots, typical of antique porcelainNo major chips or repairs observed

Number of Items in Set: 2

Pattern: Floral

Antique: Yes

Occasion: All Occasions

Size: Large

Set Includes: Lid

Material: Porcelain

Colour: Green

Vintage: Yes

Type: Butter Dish

Care Instructions: Hand Wash Only

Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original

Number of Tiers: 1

Item Height: 9 " x8 "

Style: Art Nouveau

Features: Handles

Time Period Manufactured: 1850-1899

Handmade: Yes

Country of Origin: United Kingdom

This item is a beautifully ornate antique porcelain covered tureen or serving dish, richly decorated in a soft Art Nouveau style with handpainted floral motifs in pastel green and yellow. The design features highly detailed raised scrollwork, applied gilding, and sweeping molded curves, embodying the elegance of late 19th to early 20thcentury European decorative ceramics.

Product Details:

• Type: Porcelain Tureen / Covered Serving Dish

• Style: Art Nouveau

• Color Scheme: White base with green & yellow floral transfer, accents of pale purple, soft gold gilding

• Dimensions:

  • Height: Approx. 8 inches (to top of handle)

  • Length: Approx. 9 inches

  • Width: Approx. 6.5 inches

• Weight: 1.739 kg

• Origin: Likely continental Europe (Germany/Austria), based on mold & decoration

• Marks: Handpainted numbers and partial impressed/painted marks (possibly decorator or factory codes) — difficult to attribute to a specific maker

• Estimated Age: Circa late 1800s to early 1900s

Condition:

Acceptable vintage condition:

• Noticeable crazing throughout the glaze (consistent with age)

• Small manufacturing flaws, minor wear to gilding in raised areas

• A few tiny glaze skips and discoloration spots, typical of antique porcelain

• No major chips or repairs observed

Design Highlights:

• Ornate scroll handle and edge moldings

• Raised detailing around the base and lid

• Soft floral transfer decoration with handpainted enhancement

• Elegant pale green and gold palette with a touch of yellow and brown

• A beautiful Art Nouveau profile — flowing and organic form

About Art Nouveau Porcelain:

The Art Nouveau period (circa 1890–1910) brought with it a movement away from strict forms toward more fluid, natureinspired designs. Porcelain from this era often featured botanical decoration, pastel tones, and sweeping curves, which are all prominent in this tureen’s design. These pieces were produced both for utility and display, especially in wellappointed homes.

Why This Piece Stands Out:

• Eyecatching floral decoration in gentle, natural tones

• Sculptural form with a strong decorative presence

• Functional yet ornamental — ideal for display or occasional use

• Heavily weighted, suggesting highquality ceramic body

A rare and visually striking example of turnofthecentury European porcelain — perfect for collectors of Art Nouveau, antique tableware, or romantic cottagestyle decor.