19th Century Style Passau Lenck Bavaria Porcelain Floral Gilt Potpourri Display, Centerpiece 1910

Description

This marvelous 19th Century style potpourri is created in a gorgeous white hard paste porcelain and is decorated with a … more This marvelous 19th Century style potpourri is created in a gorgeous white hard paste porcelain and is decorated with a variety of hand painted 3 dimensional flowers, gold gilt trim and pierced openings. The beautiful removable lid sits atop the gently shaped vessel with a flaired base. There are two elegant "C" shaped handles on either side. These lovely potpourri were used to store dried flowers to scent the drawing room. Stamp reads: Crown with cursive "L" and Bavaria which is most likely Passau porcelain, made by Dressel, Kister & Co/Lenck. This beautiful piece most likely dates from 1910. Measurements for this fabulous creation are: Height from top to bottom=14-1/2 inches, Width at widest=8-1/2 inches, Depth front to back=6-1/2 inches. This marvelous 19th Century style potpourri has been well cared for, gently displayed and is in excellent antique condition, free from chips, cracks, losses or other imperfections. Gold gilt is intact without losses. Please see photos for additional condition information. It is the perfect addition to your decor, particularly if you like the 19th Century style! less