{"product_id":"antique-porcelain-tray-after-francesco-albani-dance-of-the-cupids-sepia-cherub-scene-gilt-pin-dish","title":"Antique Porcelain Tray After Francesco Albani | Dance of the Cupids Sepia Cherub Scene | Gilt Pin Dish","description":"ABOUT THIS PIECE\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA charming antique porcelain tray decorated with a finely detailed sepia-toned scene of winged cupids dancing beneath a tree.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe image is adapted from The Dance of the Cupids by Italian Baroque artist Francesco Albani (1578–1660). The playful cupids have laid aside their bows, arrows and quivers, which can be seen scattered across the foreground.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe softly printed monochrome decoration contrasts beautifully against the creamy-white porcelain, while a narrow gilt border follows the gently rounded rectangular shape.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOriginally intended as a small decorative or dressing-table tray, it would now make a lovely jewellery dish, pin tray or display piece. It would also look particularly attractive mounted as part of a collection of classical porcelain plaques and trays.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe reverse is largely unmarked, apart from a small hand-painted brown decorator’s stroke. I have not been able to attribute the piece conclusively to a particular manufacturer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTHE QUICK DETAILS\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Continental Europe\u003cbr\u003eDate: Circa 1900–1930\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Glazed porcelain\u003cbr\u003eDecoration: Sepia transfer-printed scene after Francesco Albani\u003cbr\u003eSubject: The Dance of the Cupids\u003cbr\u003eBorder: Gilt edging\u003cbr\u003eMark: Unidentified hand-painted decorator’s stroke\u003cbr\u003eHeight: Approximately 18 cm \/ 7 inches\u003cbr\u003eWidth: Approximately 14.5 cm \/ 5.75 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDETAILS \u0026amp; CONDITION\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe tray is in good decorative antique condition, with general surface wear, small marks and minor glaze or transfer irregularities consistent with its age.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere is slight rubbing to the gilt border, together with a few tiny surface specks and marks. These signs of age add to the softly timeworn character of the piece.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease study all the photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA delightful classical porcelain tray for a dressing table, bedside table, gallery wall or collection of antique cherub and putti decoration.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI have another very similar dish listed - not quite a matched pair as very slightly different sizes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDELIVERY\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYour order will be carefully packed and dispatched within 48 hours.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInternational delivery is available to selected destinations. Please message me through Etsy or email polly@frenchgeneraltrading.co.uk to request a delivery price for worldwide destinations not shown, or for combined and bulk orders.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eImport duties, taxes and customs charges are the responsibility of the buyer, except for orders to the USA where Etsy’s DDP system applies and the relevant charges are included in the US retail price.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMany genuine antiques more than 100 years old may qualify for reduced or zero import duty in certain countries.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRETURNS\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReturns are accepted within 14 days of delivery. The buyer is responsible for return postage when an item is returned due to a change of mind.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe item must be returned in the same condition in which it was received. If it is returned damaged, incomplete or altered, any loss in value may be deducted from the refund.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSOURCED BY POLLY\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery antique and vintage piece is individually sourced by me for its character, decorative appeal and connection to the past.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese are genuine old pieces with histories of their own. Their marks, wear and imperfections are part of what makes them unique—and when they’re gone, they’re gone.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCOME ANTIQUING WITH ME\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFollow my real-life treasure-hunting adventures through French brocantes, flea markets, country houses and antiques fairs on YouTube:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ehttps:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@frenchgeneraltrading","brand":"French General Trading","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58635438981501,"sku":null,"price":59.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0017\/7694\/3177\/files\/il_fullxfull.8475478170_i5kk.jpg?v=1788605598","url":"https:\/\/www.frenchgeneraltrading.co.uk\/products\/antique-porcelain-tray-after-francesco-albani-dance-of-the-cupids-sepia-cherub-scene-gilt-pin-dish","provider":"French General Trading","version":"1.0","type":"link"}