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Up for sale is a beautiful antique Central European porcelain sugar bowl featuring an exquisite Art Nouveau design, dating from 1904 to 1914.
**PLEASE NOTE:** This piece is missing its original lid and is being sold as an open sugar bowl, trinket dish, or decorative vanity caddy.
### Maker's Mark & Historical Context:
The underside features a striking gold overglaze backstamp reading "Royal Vienna" arched above an ornate 5-pointed crown. This highly collectible mark was a registered export trademark utilized by the **Porzellanfabrik Victoria Schmidt & Co. (Victoria AG)**, operating in Altrohlau, Bohemia (Carlsbad region). It represents high-quality porcelain blanks decorated for the upscale American and British luxury markets during the golden age of European fine china.
### Key Features & Design Details:
* **Art Nouveau Form:** Features elegant double split-loop handles, a heavily scalloped rim, and a matching molded base. The interior opening displays a unique 8-pointed geometric inner rim where the lid originally nested.
* **Ornate Decoration:** Features a romantic mixed floral bouquet of vibrant pink cabbage roses and delicate white star blossoms. The background showcases fine airbrushed gradient shading in deep plum/purple, olive green, and cream.
* **Gilded Accents:** Heavy, stippled gold leaf trim accents the upper petals and footed base, catching the light beautifully.
### Dimensions:
* **Height:** Approx. 3 inches
* **Length:** Approx. 7.5 inches (handle to handle)
### Condition Report:
Great antique condition with no chips, cracks, flea bites, or structural repairs. The interior glaze is clean and bright. There is only very minor, age-appropriate shelf wear to the underside base and light vintage fading to the gold gilt trim along the handles. Please review all high-resolution photos as they serve as part of the description.
Ships quickly and securely packed in bubble wrap to ensure safe arrival. Don't hesitate to message with any questions!
