An antique papier-mâché bowl, offered for sale by Hutton-Clarke Antiques. Of rounded form with a deep interior finished in a rich reddish-brown lacquer, the exterior is decorated with a charming hand-painted scene in the Chinoiserie taste. Figures in traditional dress are depicted within a garden terrace setting, framed by stylised foliage and architectural details in muted gold, red, and green tones. The surface bears a gentle craquelure and light wear consistent with age, enhancing its period character. A decorative and collectable piece, likely dating from the 19th century.
Height 10 cm, width 23 cm