A charming early 20th-century Austrian porcelain souvenir dish made expressly for the Pacific Northwest tourist trade, featuring a scenic view titled “Mt. Rainier, From Shelton, Wash.”
This elegant dish displays classic Austrian export craftsmanship, with a softly scalloped, ruffled rim, delicate pink rose floral decoration, and hand-applied gilt accents highlighting both the rim and the central scenic cartouche. The underside is clearly marked “Made in Austria for L.K. Mason, Shelton, Wash.”, confirming its origin as an imported souvenir produced for a regional Washington merchant.
Shelton-designated Mt. Rainier souvenirs are significantly less common than examples marked Seattle or Tacoma, making this a desirable piece for collectors of Pacific Northwest history, Mt. Rainier memorabilia, or antique porcelain.
Details:
• Austrian porcelain souvenir dish
• Mt. Rainier scenic transfer with Shelton, Washington attribution
• Pink rose motif with gilt embellishment
• Scalloped decorative form
• Early 1900s–1920s era
• Approx. 10” x 7” x 2”
Condition:
Very good antique condition with no chips or cracks observed. Interior presents clean after gentle cleaning. Light gilt wear at raised edges consistent with age. Please review all photos, as they form part of the description.
A beautiful display piece suitable for a cabinet, vanity, sideboard, or as a decorative catchall — offering both visual charm and regional historical interest.