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Vintage Soap Dish, Chinese, Ceramic, Lidded Tray, Oriental, Art Deco, Circa 1940

$551.94
£401
€470.04
CA$753.51
A$838.25
CHF 439.42
MX$10,243.16
NOK 5,595.45
SEK 5,267.34
DKK 3,508.65
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About the Item

This is a vintage soap dish. A Chinese, ceramic lidded tray, dating to the Art Deco period, circa 1940. Charming Oriental taste to this fascinating crescent shaped dish Displays a desirable aged patina and in good original order Quality ceramic finished with saffron decor upon the black ground Accentuated with a pair of figures amongst plants, birds and butterflies Hand-detailed finish adds to the decorative appeal Red export mark situated upon the base of the dish This is an attractive vintage soap dish, with a distinctive crescent form and hand finished decor. Delivered ready to display. Dimensions: Max Width: 17cm (6.75'') Max Depth: 11.5cm (4.5'') Max Height: 5cm (2'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.97 in (5 cm)Width: 6.7 in (17 cm)Depth: 4.53 in (11.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1940
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good vintage condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 249301stDibs: LU2645342719992

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