A French Papier Mache Gilt and Black Lacquered
A French Papier Mache Gilt and Black Lacquered Scalloped Tray
late 19th century, black ground decorated with Chinese style figures wearing Eastern style dress with French details and influence, stylized architecture towers and pagodas along with exotic birds decorate the edges encircling a central scene of seated figures having tea in a lavish outdoor setting, gilt to scalloped wavy rim.
2 in. x 13 5/8 x 10 3/8 in.
Private Collection, Sea Island, Georgia
Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com
Condition Report: Some losses to gilt on surface; some cracking with loss to gilt on edges.
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A French Papier Mache Gilt and Black Lacquered Scalloped Tray
late 19th century, black ground decorated with Chinese style figures wearing Eastern style dress with French details and influence, stylized architecture towers and pagodas along with exotic birds decorate the edges encircling a central scene of seated figures having tea in a lavish outdoor setting, gilt to scalloped wavy rim.
2 in. x 13 5/8 x 10 3/8 in.
Private Collection, Sea Island, Georgia
Additional high-resolution photos are available at www.lelandlittle.com
Condition Report: Some losses to gilt on surface; some cracking with loss to gilt on edges.