Condition: Near Mint
Height: 3″ (7.5cm)
Width: 8″ (20cm)
Length: 9″ (22.5cm)
Year Manufactured: 1960
This beautiful piece is a Herend Queen Victoria large hand-painted leaf tray, a porcelain decorative dish from around 1960. At over…
Condition: Near Mint
Height: 3″ (7.5cm)
Width: 8″ (20cm)
Length: 9″ (22.5cm)
Year Manufactured: 1960
This beautiful piece is a Herend Queen Victoria large hand-painted leaf tray, a porcelain decorative dish from around 1960. At over sixty years old, it’s a vintage treasure that has managed to stay in near-mint condition—quite the feat for something so delicate. The tray stands about 3 inches tall, with a width of 8 inches and length of 9 inches, making it just the right size to make an impression on any table or shelf. Its leaf shape, charming green handle, and the detailed hand-painted butterflies and flowers give it that elegant, old-world feel. The rim, carefully curved and touched with gold, shows off the exquisite craftsmanship of the artisans who made it. Looking at its bright, careful artwork and unique shape, it’s no wonder pieces like this are rare to come by, especially in such amazing condition.
Herend is a well-known Hungarian porcelain manufacturer, loved worldwide for its careful hand-painted designs and quality craftsmanship. The “Queen Victoria” pattern, first unveiled at the London Great Exhibition in 1851, is one of their most famous lines. The name comes from Queen Victoria herself, who was so taken with the pattern that she ordered a set for Windsor Castle. Each item in the Queen Victoria line sports cheerful peonies, butterflies, and leafy accents, all painted in lively colors. These pieces are often family heirlooms, passed down through generations, and are especially valued by collectors because each one is a little different, thanks to the handwork involved. Herend’s artistry and attention to detail haven’t changed much over the decades, so owning a tray from the 1960s means having a piece of that rich history. Finding one in such remarkable shape today, with its bright colors intact and gold trim still glowing, truly makes this a special collectible.
