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Herend
(51)Chinese Bouquet Garland Black Sapphire Dessert Plate 8.25 in D
Description
Like a pretty silk ribbon used to tie a bridal bouquet, the garland usually plays a supporting role by embellishing the peony motif of the Chinese Bouquet pattern. Here it becomes the principal source of beauty by draping the edges of its porcelain host with stylized vines and gold rosettes. Hand painted in Hungary.
Now the biggest porcelain manufactory in Europe, Herend was founded in 1826 to produce earthenware in the small Hungarian village for which it was named. At the time, Hungary was flooded with low-cost pottery, but in 1839, Mor Fischer became the Manufactory’s new owner and he decided to focus on producing dinnerware replacement pieces for Europe’s royal families to complement their valuable porcelain patterns from Germany and the Far East.
As his client base grew, Fischer commissioned his artists to begin designing dinnerware patterns of their own. Queen Victoria’s 1851 purchase of a large set for Windsor Castle was a milestone, setting the stage for aristocrats throughout Europe to clamor for Herend in their estates.
In the 1850s, Herend added meticulously-crafted figurines to its creations. Herend’s trademark fishnet pattern, which is widely recognized and prized as Herend’s signature design, started in 1858 when an artist who was intrigued with a Chinese plate’s fish scale design painted it onto a rooster figurine to imitate feathers.
Detail
Hand washing in mild detergent is recommended. Avoid abrasives and lemon-based soaps.
If a dishwasher is used:
Avoid overloading to eliminate potential for chipping
Avoid lemon-based dishwashing liquids and abrasive powders
Lower temperature settings are best
Cool at the end of the drying cycle before removing items
Never microwave an item with gold or platinum trim.
Avoid storing acid-based foods in a painted porcelain container for an extended period of time.
Dust with a soft cloth and non-lemon-based products. Avoid abrasives.
When storing, place felt pads or other padding for protection between stacked plates.
Shipping
| Merchandise Total | Standard Shipping | Express 2-Day Shipping |
| Up to $200.00 | $15.00 | $45.00 |
| $200.01 – $500.00 | $25.00 | $55.00 |
| $500.01 – $1000.00 | $37.50 | $67.50 |
| $1,000.01 and above | $50.00 | $80.00 |
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Canada
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