Queen Victoria
Queen Victoria, Flowers and Butterflies
The beautiful Queen Victoria décor won its first prize at the London Universal Exposition in 1851. The fame of the fine porcelain of Herend stems from this first international recognition.
Queen Victoria of England, who gave the name to this décor, owned a complete table service made especially for her. The Victoria pieces, of late baroque shapes, come in shiny white porcelain, and are richly rimmed in green and gold, as they are colours which recall the fresh spring meadows. The motif, which was inspired by the festive Hungarian taste so popular at the time, is vividly illustrated in polychrome or monochrome enamels. It incorporates butterflies flying through magnolia branches, peonies and other exotic flowers. The set comprises serving and dessert plates, tea and coffee cups. It proves to be an exquisite assortment suitable for a refined and high-profile table.