Herend - Ginger jar - 6089 - Hardpaste - Queen Victoria Ginger Jar

Herend - Rare 150th Anniversary Ginger Jar / Bonbonnière - "Queen Victoria" Pattern (VBO) - Hand-Painted Porcelain


Offered is a stunning, large-sized lidded ginger jar (bonbonnière) from the world-renowned Herend Manufactory (Hungary). This piece is decorated in the prestigious Queen Victoria (VBO) pattern, arguably the most famous and historically significant design in Herend’s history.
The pattern features vibrant, hand-painted butterflies and flowering peonies, a design that famously enchanted Queen Victoria at the 1851 Great Exhibition in London, leading her to commission a full service for Windsor Castle.
Special Anniversary Edition:
This specific piece is highly collectible as it bears the 150th Anniversary Commemorative Mark (1826–1976) on the base. Anniversary-marked items were produced in limited quantities and represent a specific era of Herend’s master craftsmanship.
Design Features:
Rose Finial: The lid is topped with a signature, hand-formed porcelain rose, delicately painted in pink gradients, the colour is slightly worn off. See image!
Osier Relief: The body features the elegant "basketweave" (Osier) texture embossed into the fine porcelain.
Gold Accents: The rim and base are finished with hand-applied 24k gold gilt.
Technical Details:
Model Number: 6089 / VBO
Origin: Herend, Hungary
Height: approx. 15.5 cm (6.1 inches)
Diameter: approx. 16.5 cm (6.5 inches)
Material: Fine hard-paste porcelain
Condition:
Excellent / Mint Condition. This item has been preserved as a cabinet piece
The 24k gold gilding shows small signs of wear or rubbing.
Shipping:
The item will be professionally packed with ample protective material to ensure safe transit. Shipping will be insured with tracking.