Victorian Chinoiserie Papier-Mâché Pedestal Plate Antique Lacquer c. 1860–1880 Courreges striking floral print and lovely

striking floral print and lovely style

The collar is squared and there is no neck closure

7 1/2” (measured across opening)

as you would expect from a designer coat

Length: 31 1/2” from back neck seam to hem

Victorian Chinoiserie Papier-Mâché Pedestal Plate Antique Lacquer c. 1860–1880 Courreges striking floral print and lovelyThis is a Victorian lacquered papier mch pedestal plate (also called a tazza or comport) featuring an elaborate hand gilded Chinoiserie scene. It dates to approximately 18601880 and reflects the strong mid 19th century European fascination with Orientalist and Japonisme design. The plate is made from lacquered papier mch, a popular decorative material in England and France during the Victorian period. It stands on a single central foot, rising 2" in