Victoria Czechoslovakia Rectangular Tray - Iridescent Lustreware Finish

- Length (including the handles): 31.7cm
- Width: 19.4cm
- Height: 2.2cm

- Very Good - The tray is in very good vintage condition, with some light scuffs and small marks on the underside, indicative of its age.
- A small dark spot near the upper edge of the tray is visible but does not significantly detract from the overall beauty of the piece.
- The iridescent finish remains vibrant, and the tray’s structure is intact.

1. Design and Features:
- Lustreware Finish: The tray’s surface showcases an exquisite lustreware finish, with subtle shifts in colour between soft pastels like pink, green, and yellow, depending on how the light strikes the surface. This opalescent quality adds a unique visual appeal.
- Delicate Scalloped Edges: The edges of the tray are adorned with a gentle wave pattern, enhancing its decorative appeal and providing a secure grip for the integrated handles.
- Historical Significance: The back of the tray bears the ‘Victoria Czecho-Slovakia’ backstamp, confirming its origin and production period between 1918 and 1939.

2. About Victoria Czechoslovakia:
- The Victoria Porcelain Factory, established in 1883 in Altrohlau, Bohemia, became renowned for its fine porcelain and earthenware items.
- During the early 20th century, the factory produced a range of lustreware, which became particularly popular in the 1920s and 1930s.
- The “Czecho-Slovakia” mark on this tray was used after World War I when Czechoslovakia became an independent state, adding historical significance to this collectible piece.