Condition: Near Mint
Height: 5″ (12.5cm)
Width: 3.5″ (8.75cm)
Length: 3.5″ (8.75cm)
Diameter: 3.5″ (8.75cm)
Year Manufactured: 1960
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Condition: Near Mint
Height: 5″ (12.5cm)
Width: 3.5″ (8.75cm)
Length: 3.5″ (8.75cm)
Diameter: 3.5″ (8.75cm)
Year Manufactured: 1960
Photos form part of the description. Exact item shown; please review all images carefully.
This is a vintage Herend Queen Victoria vase with the classic braided, or basketweave, body. Made in 1960 and kept in near mint condition, it shows off bright, hand-painted flowers and butterflies that pop against the crisp white porcelain. The colors are lively—pinks, greens, blues, and oranges—outlined with delicate detailing, and the mouth is finished with a hand-applied gold rim for a subtle touch of luxury. The glaze is glossy and clean, the painting is sharp, and there’s no distracting wear, so it looks ready for a shelf, credenza, or mantel. Expect the underside to carry the Herend backstamp from Hungary, confirming its mid-century production.
Herend is a storied porcelain house founded in 1826 in Hungary, known for shaping and painting every piece by hand. The Queen Victoria pattern debuted at London’s Great Exhibition in 1851, where it caught Queen Victoria’s eye and took her name. The design, often marked VBO, blends peonies, leaves, and fluttering butterflies inspired by 18th‑century Asian porcelain. Artisans layer colors and fire the piece multiple times, then finish the edges with real gold. The raised basketweave texture adds depth without stealing the spotlight from the artwork. Collectors prize these for their craftsmanship and consistency. Care is simple: gentle hand washing, no dishwasher or microwave because of the gold.
