Description :
This small porcelain dish features an intricate transferware design of a peacock perched on a cherry blossom branch, surrounded by warm tones of brown, gold, and floral accents. Crafted with a gently scalloped edge and dual handle cutouts, the surface has an aged luster and visible crazing consistent with vintage glazing techniques. Likely made in Germany, the design is typical of early to mid-20th-century export ceramics intended for decorative and light serving use.
Era
Circa 1920s–1940s
Style
Art Nouveau meets European Cottagecore
Technique
Transferware with hand-painted details and glaze
Tools Used
Ceramic press molds, transfer decals, handbrushes for gilt and color detailing, glazing kiln
History
Marked “Made in Germany,” indicating it was produced for export after the McKinley Tariff Act required country-of-origin labeling (post-1891). The subject matter and style are consistent with the decorative arts revival of the interwar period.
Manufacturer / Maker
Maker: Unknown – likely a regional porcelain manufacturer in Germany; the mark is not visible or specific enough to identify the exact factory.
Measurements
8" L x 4" W
Suggested Weight
Approx. 0.5 lbs
Item Number : P12634
Category : Housewares
Brand : UK
