{"product_id":"vintage-victoria-ware-beautiful-plate-with-f-kaufmann-painting-and-gold-trim","title":"Vintage \"Victoria Ware\" beautiful Plate with F. Kaufmann Painting and Gold Trim","description":"\u003cp style=\"\\'word-wrap:\" break-word\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Used\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"\\'word-wrap:\" break-word\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a vintage, pre-owned item. The plate shows some signs of age and wear. The gold trim has some slight rubbing, and there are minor imperfections on the plate's surface, consistent with its age. We have tried to capture these details in the pictures, so please examine them closely before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Victoria\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e plate\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginal\/Licensed Reproduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Original\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear Manufactured:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1890\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime Period Manufactured:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1850-1899\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Technique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pottery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis beautiful vintage decorative plate, marked \"VICTORIA WARE\" on the back, features a detailed, handpainted transfer of a classical scene. The central medallion, signed \"F. Kaufmann,\" depicts three figures, likely from classical mythology, with a tambourine and staff. The plate is further adorned with elegant goldtone trim and ornate patterns around the rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Glimpse into History:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \"Victoria Ware\" mark is often found on ceramics from a number of manufacturers, and pieces like this were popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The style, with its classical subject matter and heavy use of gold, was highly fashionable during the Victorian and Edwardian eras.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe artist's name \"F. Kaufmann\" is likely Franz Kaufmann, a known painter of porcelain who specialized in scenes inspired by classical art. His work was often used on decorative plates and other ceramic items produced by European factories, particularly those in the AustroHungarian Empire. This makes the plate a lovely piece of art history, reflecting the trends and tastes of a bygone era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a vintage, preowned item. The plate shows some signs of age and wear. The gold trim has some slight rubbing, and there are minor imperfections on the plate's surface, consistent with its age. We have tried to capture these details in the pictures, so please examine them closely before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMarkings:\u003c\/b\u003e \"VICTORIA WARE\" on the back; signed \"F. Kaufmann\" on the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e Approximately 9 inches in diameter (as shown in photos with tape measure).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Victorian\/Edwardian, classical art.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal for:\u003c\/b\u003e Collectors of antique plates, admirers of classical art, or anyone looking for a unique decorative piece with historical character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis plate is being sold asis. Don't miss your opportunity to own a charming piece of history and art!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Victoria","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52605154623835,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0936\/4986\/3003\/files\/57_fdc75d9e-18ee-49c0-9b33-2a9932eee81c.png?v=1773694745","url":"https:\/\/gifteduk.com\/products\/vintage-victoria-ware-beautiful-plate-with-f-kaufmann-painting-and-gold-trim","provider":"Gifted UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}