Catalog: Antiques: Decorative Art: Ceramics: English (145)

This porcelain chamber stick was produced in the early 19th century. It is unmarked but may have been produced by Coalport. It is 7 inches long, 4 1/2 inches wide and 3 inches tall. The fine hard paste porcelain is molded in rococo style and there are three paw feet supporting it. The ground is deep cobalt blue with two reserves. Colorful exotic birds fill these spaces, similar to Chelsea Derby decorations. Gilding of high quality surrounds the two reserves. Finely painted gilded accents highlight the molded designs and trim the edges. The expertise which this chamber stick was created is equal to the porcelains from the Royal Sevres Factory. It is a joy to behold.

This trio of tea cup, coffee cup and saucer was produced in Wales by Nantgarw between 1817 and 1822. Illustration #82 in “Nantgarw Porcelain Album” written by W.D. John, G.J. Coombes and K. Coombes shows a cream jug in the same pattern. None of the pieces are signed. The saucer measures 5 1/2 inches in diameter and is 1 inch deep. It is notable that this saucer does not have a foot rim and is unglazed on the bottom, a detail which is mentioned in the book. The tea cup is 2 1/8 inches tall (without the handle) and 3 3/4” in diameter. The coffee cup is 2 3/8 inches tall with a diameter of 2 3/4 inches. The bodies of the cups are finely molded with a small foot and inverted heart shaped handles. The decoration is attributed to London decorators. Hand gilding of such intricacy and delicacy permeates the design. Gilded urns spewing grapes and vines like fountains alternate with wide gilded vessels containing colorful enameled flower arrangements. Every inch is dripping gold and flowers. At the center of each piece is a knot of flowers. The outside of the cups are ringed with a gilded band of berries and leaves. The rims and handles are trimmed with gold. The superb artisans who decorated these pieces had the additional challenge of painting inside the cups. This was accomplished with precision. Is there any doubt these are some of the most beautiful porcelains in the world?

This porcelain plate was produced in England by Mintons around 1905. It is artist signed Machin. The plate measures 9” in diameter. The 1 3/4” peach colored enamel border is accented with elegant raised gilding. The center of the plate has a cherub hovering in mid air holding bunches of grapes over his head. The hand painted is done in soft colors and excellent artistry. A band of rich embossed gold separates the border from the center of the plate. A thin band of embossed gold trims the rim. It is a combination of classic design, high quality and fine workmanship that make this plate so desirable. Condition: Excellent

This pair of porcelain plates were produced in England by Cauldon in the 1890s. They were produced especially for Bailey, Banks & Biddle of Philadelphia. The porcelain is fine bone china. They measure 8 3/4” in diameter. The ground color is ruby red, overlaid with tiny gilded flower buds. The heavy gold borders are accented with bright colored flowers in heavy enamel. You can feel the enameling with your finger tips. Cauldon has innovative designers and expert painters to create works of art on porcelain. The borders of these plates look like an English country garden.

This porcelain plate was produced in England by Brownfield’s China between the 1870s and 1880s. It was made especially for Tiffany in New York It is artist signed “Hartmann” and titled “A Quiet Spot”. The plate is 9 1/4” in diameter. It is made of fine, white bone china. The border is celeste blue with raised French enameled roses and Asian mons. The edges of the plate are richly gilded and there is beaded and lacy gilded accents. The hand painted scene of a young woman reclining in summer grasses is exceptionally well done. The young woman seems to fit into the peaceful landscape as part of all the nature around her. It is the kind of place we want to be in, away from the distractions and cares of the modern world.

This porcelain plate was produced in England by Brownfield’s China between the 1870s and 1880s. It was made especially for Tiffany in New York. It is artist signed “Hartmann” and titled “The Lark”. The plate measures 9 1/4” in diameter. The plate is made of fine, white bone china. The border is celeste blue with raised French enamel roses and Asian mons. The edges of the plate are richly gilded and there is beaded and lacy gilded accents. The hand painted scene of a young maiden sitting in a flowering meadow, is gazing at a lark flying in the distance. The quality of painting is fine with attention to detail. Distant views, sky and earth give balance and perspective. It is very calming and pleasing to the eye. It is as if you just happened upon this young girl in here moment of quiet contemplation.

This set of 13 porcelain luncheon plates was produced in England by Royal Crown Derby in 1905. The date cipher indicates this year. Two artists signed the plates, E. Clark and C. Harris. The plates measure 8 7/8” in diameter. The fine white bone china is molded, rounding out the center and giving it depth. The rims are contoured so that the plates are divided into 6 segments. The border is cobalt blue enamel with 6 green enamel cartouches. Each one contains hand painted flowers or exotic birds. The paintings are in fine detail and vivid colors. The cartouches are outlined in raised gold with raised gold flowers and gilded ornaments. A band of gilt filigree accents the interior edge of the border. The outer rim of the plate is beaded. These plates were made to order for Phillip’s of Mount Street, London. The monogram “H” is hand painted in the most minute flowers. The expert artistry and meticulous gilding make these plates a splendid addition to any table.

This porcelain plate was produced in England by Brown, Westhead & Moore between the late 1870s and 1880s. It was produced especially for the renowned retailer Wilhelm Graef of New York. The plate has a diameter of 10 ¼”. The deep cobalt blue enamel ground is decorated with embossed gold flying herons and chrysanthemums. The flowers themselves are raised turquoise enamel. The design is Asian inspired and a fine example of the Aesthetic Movement. The striking contrasts and stunning design make this very desirable. Condition: Excellent

This porcelain plate was produced in England by Mintons in the late 19th century. The date markings are obscured so it is not possible to specify the year. It is signed by the renowned artist, Antonin Boullimier, trained at the Sevres Porcelain Manufactory. The plate is 9 ½” in diameter. The blank is made of fine, white bone china with a reticulated border. The center of the plate has a hand painted scene of a sweet girl, sitting on a log, dangling her feet over a lily pond. Flowers fill the background and a butterfly attracts her attention. The painting is beautifully detailed and colored in soft tones. There is a border of elegant, raised gilding. The reticulation around the edge is outlined in raised gold. The plate is representative of some the highest quality porcelain Mintons created in the Victorian era. Condition: Excellent

This porcelain vase was produced in England by Coalport in the 1890s. It is 6 5/8” high with a diameter of 5 ½”. The vase has a blown out, melon shape, has scrolled feet and has a molded rococo style border at the top edge. The decoration is very ornate, to appeal to Victorian taste. A cobalt blue collar is over laid with gilding that is mosaic like. Within that collar, on the front of the vase, is a reserve containing a hand painted land and water scene with mountains in the background. It is framed in raised gilding. The lower portion of the vase has a cream colored ground, over laid with a lacy pattern of gilding. In this design you can find cobalt blue butterflies outlined in gold and round ornaments. The border is trimmed with gold and the feet are gilded. The interior of the vase has a tinge of pink color over laid with spattered gilding. It is a truly amazing piece with endless detail. Condition: Excellent

These 8 plates were produced in England by Coalport in the 1890s. They are named scenes of famous places in the United Kingdom painted by E. Ball. They are 9" in diameter. The borders are cobalt blue. The center of each plate has a reserve containing scenes of ruins of castles and land- scapes of the English countryside. Sky, mountains and water are painted with great skill, in vivid colors. The scenes are framed in ornate raised gilding. Elaborate raised gilding fills the cobalt border. The rims are trimmed with heavy, gadrooned gilding. Condition: Excellent

This porcelain vase on stand was produced in England by Royal Worcester in 1878. The date letter indicates this year. It vase stands 5 7/8” high and is 5 ¾” across the handles. The piece appears to be in two pieces, the bowl on the top and a stand on the bottom but is it made in one piece. The Asian inspired shape and design evolved from the Aesthetic movement. Friezes of gilded peonies and a gilded bird in flight, surrounded by flowering branches decorate each side of the bowl. The base has bronze-like accents to the feet. Worcester styled this piece after ancient Chinese bronze objects and turned it into a unique porcelain creation. Condition: There is light wear to gilding on base.

This porcelain cabinet plate was produced in England by Mintons in the 1870s. It has hand painted numerals on the back. It measures 9” in diameter. It has an entwined, reticulated border. The plate is hand painted in raised, metallic enamels. Two birds are perched on branches of gold and platinum cherry blossoms. The center of the plate is painted in celeste blue. The reticulated border is accented with gold. This plate is a lovely example of the Asian inspired aesthetic period. Condition: Excellent

G946 Antique Spode Copelands Potpourri Vase Words English Porcelain, Minton This porcelain potpourri vase with cover was produced in England by Spode Copelands in the 1890s. It is 12 ½” tall and has a diameter of 6 5/8”. The vase is designed in Neo-classical style with ram’s heads, pillars, and flame finials. There is a pattern of molded acanthus leaves on the lid and on the bottom portion. The lid is pierced. The vase is hand painted with vibrantly colored roses on a gilded border that surrounds the body. Tiny forget-me-nots trim the rim of the lid. Turquoise enamel beads accent the opulent gold decorations. This is an unusual, highly decorative piece that will be a focal point of attention in any space. Condition: Excellent

This pair of porcelain vases was produced in England by Royal Worcester in 1879. Hand painted birds are done by the artist John Hopewell. The date letter indicates this year. They are 8 ¼ “ tall, 3” wide and 4 ¾” across the handles. Asian styled handles and feet are an inspiration of the aesthetic movement. A raucous array of berries, butterflies, birds and flowers fill the space on all four sides of the vases. The realistic, hand painted birds and flora are vibrantly colored and done with fine detail by John Hopewell, one of Worcester’s most renown artists. It is amazing to find a matched pair. Condition: Excellent

These 12 porcelain cream soup cups and saucers were produced in England by the Royal Cauldon Factory around 1900. The saucers measure 5 ¾ inches in diameter and the cups are 6 inches across the handles and 2 inches high. The cups feature graceful scalloped pedestal bases and split branch handles. All pieces are decorated with elaborate gilding that nearly covers the entire surface. There are knots of colorful hand painted flowers accenting the gold decorations. A lovely rose is at the bottom of each cup and well of each saucer. They were produced with such amazing delicacy and style; they are irresistible. Condition: One small, shallow chip just nicking the gold on the edge of a saucer, keeps this set of 12 from being excellent.

This porcelain plate was produced in England by Wedgwood around 1850. It has the name “Wedgwood” impressed in block letters. It measures 8 ½ inches in diameter. It is made of fine bone china that has the design molded in high relief. The design has stylized fruits and berries hand painted in metallic colors and colorful enamel. The fruits are superimposed over the basket weave background. It makes an interesting composition, almost modern abstract, when it is positively Victorian. Condition: Excellent

This porcelain plate was produced in England by Aynsley in the mid 19th century. It is not marked but we recognize the specific style of design on the border that Aynsley used. The plate measures 9 inches in diameter. It is made of fine bone china. The center of the plate is hand painted with a landscape of the English countryside. The view of mountains, water and suggestion of buildings is dreamlike with a lone figure sitting in the forefront. The celeste blue enamel border is decorated with floral reserves framed in gold. The design has an aesthetic feel to it. Condition: The gilded edge has slight wear that is not obvious. It is in very good condition.