1890’s Porcelain Antique English Majolica Octagonal Heron, Lotus and Lily Plate

1890’s Antique English Majolica Octagonal Heron, Lotus and Lily Plate. 1890's, Antique Victorian Octagonal English Majolica Plate. Covered in natural elements. A Heron in center, Lilies, Lotus and Ferns. Sold by Robinson Co. Est in 1890's - Height- 9 1/2" Length- 9 1/2" Width- 1" Herons were the bird of choice during the Victorian era. Often adorning hats or being worn as other accessories. The Florigraphy- (symbolism/meaning of the flowers), shows an appreciate of the natural world, a key element to victorian times. Flowers were often used to send hidden messages. Lily- purity and refined beauty Lotus- purity, enlightenment, self regineration and rebirth. Fern- Fascination