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Vintage Dresden Hand Painted Rose Pink Porcelain Egg

About the Item

This is a stunning hand painted rose pink porcelain egg with hand painted floral decoration, applied gilding and ormolu mounts in the manner of Dresden, dating from the last quarter of the 20th century. The egg stands on three gilded legs and opens in half so you can store your small collectables inside. Condition: In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 16 x Width 10 x Depth 10 Dimensions in inches: Height 6 inches x Width 4 inches x Depth 4 inches.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6.3 in (16 cm)Width: 3.94 in (10 cm)Depth: 3.94 in (10 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
    1980-1989
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1980
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 069121stDibs: LU950627328012
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