ABOUT THIS PIECE
A beautiful antique porcelain display tray featuring a finely detailed sepia-toned classical scene of Flora, the Roman goddess of flowers and spring, travelling in an elaborate chariot accompanied by dancing nymphs and playful putti.
The scene appears to have been inspired by traditional representations of The Triumph of Flora, including the celebrated painting by the 17th-century French artist Nicolas Poussin. Flora wears a garland of flowers and is seated within an ornate chariot while winged putti pull the procession forward.
The softly printed monochrome decoration has the appearance of an antique engraving and contrasts beautifully against the creamy-white porcelain. A fine gilded line follows the gently rounded rectangular edge.
This elegant decorative tray could be used as a vanity tray, jewellery dish, pin tray or perfume-bottle stand. It would also look wonderful displayed upright on a shelf or included within a collection of classical and Grand Tour-inspired objects.
The underside is unmarked, so I have not attributed it conclusively to a particular factory. Its refined porcelain body, sepia transfer decoration and gilded edging suggest Continental European manufacture, probably dating from the late 19th or early 20th century.
THE QUICK DETAILS
Origin: Continental Europe
Date: Circa 1900–1930
Material: Glazed porcelain
Decoration: Sepia transfer-printed classical mythological scene
Subject: The Triumph of Flora, with nymphs and putti
Colour: Creamy white, sepia brown and gold
Mark: Unmarked
Height: Approximately 18 cm / 7 inches
Width: Approximately 14 cm / 5.5 inches
Form: Rounded rectangular decorative tray
DETAILS & CONDITION
The tray is in very good decorative antique condition, with general surface wear, light marks and small scratches consistent with its age and previous use.
There is some rubbing to the fine gilded border, particularly around the raised edges. Minor imperfections and variations are visible within the glaze and transferred decoration.
The unglazed underside displays surface marks and wear associated with age and use.
Please study all the photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.
A wonderfully atmospheric small antique tray for a dressing table, bedside table, jewellery collection or classically inspired interior.
DELIVERY
Your order will be carefully packed and dispatched within 48 hours.
International delivery is available to selected destinations. Please message me through Etsy or email [polly@frenchgeneraltrading.co.uk](mailto:polly@frenchgeneraltrading.co.uk) to request a delivery price for worldwide destinations not shown, or for combined and bulk orders.
Import 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.
Many genuine antiques more than 100 years old may qualify for reduced or zero import duty in certain countries.
RETURNS
Returns 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.
The 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.
SOURCED BY POLLY
Every antique and vintage piece is individually sourced by me for its character, decorative appeal and connection to the past.
These 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.
COME ANTIQUING WITH ME
Follow my real-life treasure-hunting adventures through French brocantes, flea markets, country houses and antiques fairs on YouTube:
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A beautiful antique porcelain display tray featuring a finely detailed sepia-toned classical scene of Flora, the Roman goddess of flowers and spring, travelling in an elaborate chariot accompanied by dancing nymphs and playful putti.
The scene appears to have been inspired by traditional representations of The Triumph of Flora, including the celebrated painting by the 17th-century French artist Nicolas Poussin. Flora wears a garland of flowers and is seated within an ornate chariot while winged putti pull the procession forward.
The softly printed monochrome decoration has the appearance of an antique engraving and contrasts beautifully against the creamy-white porcelain. A fine gilded line follows the gently rounded rectangular edge.
This elegant decorative tray could be used as a vanity tray, jewellery dish, pin tray or perfume-bottle stand. It would also look wonderful displayed upright on a shelf or included within a collection of classical and Grand Tour-inspired objects.
The underside is unmarked, so I have not attributed it conclusively to a particular factory. Its refined porcelain body, sepia transfer decoration and gilded edging suggest Continental European manufacture, probably dating from the late 19th or early 20th century.
THE QUICK DETAILS
Origin: Continental Europe
Date: Circa 1900–1930
Material: Glazed porcelain
Decoration: Sepia transfer-printed classical mythological scene
Subject: The Triumph of Flora, with nymphs and putti
Colour: Creamy white, sepia brown and gold
Mark: Unmarked
Height: Approximately 18 cm / 7 inches
Width: Approximately 14 cm / 5.5 inches
Form: Rounded rectangular decorative tray
DETAILS & CONDITION
The tray is in very good decorative antique condition, with general surface wear, light marks and small scratches consistent with its age and previous use.
There is some rubbing to the fine gilded border, particularly around the raised edges. Minor imperfections and variations are visible within the glaze and transferred decoration.
The unglazed underside displays surface marks and wear associated with age and use.
Please study all the photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description.
A wonderfully atmospheric small antique tray for a dressing table, bedside table, jewellery collection or classically inspired interior.
DELIVERY
Your order will be carefully packed and dispatched within 48 hours.
International delivery is available to selected destinations. Please message me through Etsy or email [polly@frenchgeneraltrading.co.uk](mailto:polly@frenchgeneraltrading.co.uk) to request a delivery price for worldwide destinations not shown, or for combined and bulk orders.
Import 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.
Many genuine antiques more than 100 years old may qualify for reduced or zero import duty in certain countries.
RETURNS
Returns 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.
The 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.
SOURCED BY POLLY
Every antique and vintage piece is individually sourced by me for its character, decorative appeal and connection to the past.
These 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.
COME ANTIQUING WITH ME
Follow my real-life treasure-hunting adventures through French brocantes, flea markets, country houses and antiques fairs on YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/@frenchgeneraltrading