Four Chas. W. Shonk Co. Vienna Art Plates
Updated August 26, 2026
| Lot number | 38 |
| Auction | 09-09-2026 Early Samplers, Vienna Plates, Quilts, Bags, Plus |
| Date | September 9, 2026 at 7:01 PM EDT |
| Auction house | Tom Hall Auctions, Inc |
| Location | Schnecksville, Pennsylvania |
A set of American tin-plated steel lithograph plates featuring Art Nouveau female portraits. One plate bears a red crest for ROYAL SAXONY PLATE and is marked NO 106 - PHANTASIE, PRODUCED EXCLUSIVELY BY THE CHAS. W. SHONK CO. CHICAGO, U.S.A.Others display a blue shield mark reading VIENNA ART PLATES with a 1905 patent date. The designs include gilded accents and stylized floral borders. Plates measure approx. 10" diameterFair to good condition. All plates show surface scratches, scuffs, and rim wear. Notable paint loss is present on the dark backgrounds and lower center foregrounds. The reverse sides exhibit oxidation and darkening to the enamel finish.
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