Lot 294
A Victorian electroplated plaque or charger, 'A Pompeian Lady at her Toilet', by Elkington &...
Lot 294
Lot Description
A Victorian electroplated plaque or charger, 'A Pompeian Lady at her Toilet', by Elkington & Co., and designed by Leonard Morel-Ladeuil, the circular form depicting in relief a reclining lady being tended to by three servants. Signed Morel-Ladeuil inv.e.fecit 1876 and Elkington & Co., the reverse with further Elkington & Co maker's marks, registration mark, numbered 15428. Diameter measuring 13 1/2 inches (34.3 cm).
The reverse is engraved 'REGISTRIRT IN DEN OESTERREICHISCHEN KAISERSTAATEN ZAHL 10, 297, REGISTRIRT IM DEUTSCHEN REICH No. 27, BD.I.BL. 114, and DEPOSE EN FRANCE DESIGN COPYRIGHTED IN THE UNITED STATES NOVEMBER IX76.'
Postage: Postable
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
In overall good condition, the lot displays general surface scratches, marks, wear and tarnishing commensurate with the age and use. Possibly previously within a frame or border. The electroplating is worn in some areas to the front, particularly to the higher raised surfaces of the relief decoration, where bits of copper are showing through. Some visible signs of Verdigris to the back of the plaque/charger. The Victorian lozenge is for 30th April 1877, parcel R. Minor crease to the edge rim. Marks/signatures and inscriptions clear and legible.
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