Description:

Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica Tray, 1963

Elegant tray from the iconic Flora Danica service, hand-painted with a botanical motif derived from the Flora Danica publication. The tray is executed in the service’s characteristic refined form with a decorated rim and balanced circular shape. A decorative and functional piece, suitable for serving or presentation.

Origin: Denmark.
Manufacturer: Royal Copenhagen.
Decoration: Flora Danica.
Material: Porcelain.
Dimensions: H. 3 cm, D. 24.5 cm.
Period: 1963.
Condition: In excellent condition with light, age-related wear. Cancelled quality, marked with one incised line.

Bio: The Flora Danica service was introduced in 1790 and is regarded as one of Royal Copenhagen’s most prestigious productions. The decoration is based on the monumental botanical work Flora Danica and is renowned for its high level of detail and exceptional craftsmanship. Trays and platters were used both practically and decoratively at the refined table and are today highly sought after by collectors.