Vienna Porcelain Tea Tray

Description:

Vienna Porcelain Tea Tray, Austria, 19th century, octagonal shape with pierced and gilded openwork border surrounding a polychrome enameled classical depiction of Venus and the Three Graces presenting a gift to a young cherub, titled on the reverse "Venus von d. Grazien" and "n. Angl. Kauffmann," with underglaze blue beehive mark, 9 x 12 in.
Estimate $500-700

In very good condition throughout with no evidence of any cracks, chips or restorations throughout. Gilt rim with slight patch of gilt loss.


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