Platter in Imari pattern made by Derby, predecessor of Royal Crown Derby, England, between 1782 and 1820.Measures 13inches accross.One of a set of 3 platters (the others are  More »

Platter in Imari pattern made by Derby, predecessor of Royal Crown Derby, England, between 1782 and 1820.Measures 13inches accross.One of a set of 3 platters (the others are 16 1/4inch and 19 3/4inches respectively)Rounded rectangular shape with frilly edges, bordered by a gold line with moulded shells on the edge. Iron red and gold flowers with blue scrolling stems form the border pattern. The well of the platter is painted in the same palette of iron red, cobalt blue and gold in a stylised floral pattern.The back has the standard factory mark for 1782-1820.Condition is very good considering the age of the piece. There is slight discoloration and minor crazing as is to be expected, but no chips/cracks/damage of any sort. Status: For Sale Reference#: 1977 Condition: See Description Year: See Description   « Less

Made by the Belleek factory in Ireland, this vase bears the 2nd black mark used from 1891 to 1926. Measures: 3 1/2'' high and 4 1/8'' from side to side. Superbly  More »

Made by the Belleek factory in Ireland, this vase bears the 2nd black mark used from 1891 to 1926. Measures: 3 1/2'' high and 4 1/8'' from side to side. Superbly modelled, classic Belleek vase. Very organic in form. Deeply scalloped edges , twisting folds and modelled ripples on the surface. The outside is further decorated with a plethora of encrusted flowers, each miniscully detailed and fragile. While the flowers on the front are roses (in full bloom and in bud), the back has 3 simple Irish clovers. Mark: 2nd black mark for Belleek - says Fermanagh, Ireland. condition: I could not find a single chip or crack. There is a yellow mark inside the piece, but it appears to be original to the firing and is not a flaw. Status: For Sale Reference#: 450 Condition: See Description Year: See Description   « Less

Very rare and exceptional pair of pastille burners made in England in the Coalbrookdale factories, c 1830. While this kind of piece is very difficult to find, a pair is very  More »

Very rare and exceptional pair of pastille burners made in England in the Coalbrookdale factories, c 1830. While this kind of piece is very difficult to find, a pair is very unusual. Measurements: 8'' high; 5 1/2'' diameter. The base is like a cup with an attached saucer and the lid is in the form of an elongated bell with a long turret of encrusted flowers on top. The holes for the smoke to emerge are hidden amongst this rich encrustation of applied flowers. The entire surface of the bowl, cup and lid is covered with tiny flowers, probably in imitation of Meissen''s SNOWBALL / SNEEUBALLEN. They are light turquoise and white with yellow centers. There are a number of applied modelled flowers, stems and leaves covering this layer as well. The rims of top and bottom have a rich gold border. There are no marks on this piece as was normal in England at that time. Condition:excellent condition. For such very fine detail, they are in fantastic shape: the small encrusted flowers (snowballs) are almost entirely intact, with one or two very minor chips (and you really have to search for them) and the larger applied flowers have the usual, minor losses. Otherwise, there are no chips/cracks to the porcelain and the gilding is also in great shape - not worn at all. Status: For Sale Reference#: 337 Condition: See Description Year: See Description   « Less

Dating to the very early days of Minton, 1820''s - 30''s, named landscape and magnificent floral painting on a globe bone china POT POURRI. It was probably the work of artist  More »

Dating to the very early days of Minton, 1820''s - 30''s, named landscape and magnificent floral painting on a globe bone china POT POURRI. It was probably the work of artist John Beard. Measurements: 6 1/2'' high; 11'' from end to end. Globe shaped. Surface is decorated with richly coloured, modelled applied flowers. These floral encrusted pieces were done in the Dresden style and Minton also copied the Meissen mark of crossed swords. However, the models are well-documented as being Minton (this is shape 19 in the pattern book). One side of the piece has a truly magnificent floral painting covering it''s surface and the other shows a landscape with a rich waterfall and small people standing on a rocky outcrop below. The scene is inscribed in handwritten script below as LYDFORD CASCADE. Green twist handles extend to well over the sides of the piece, tendrils ending in a variety of modelled flowers. Marks:Underneath is the imitation Meissen / Dresden mark, known to be used by Minton at that period for these very special pieces. The bottom of the piece, below the landscape is inscribed ''Lydford Cascade'' in purple script. Condition: for it''s age and delicacy, the piece is in very good condition. There are the expected chips to the encrusted flowers, but paint and gilding are in excellent shape. Status: For Sale Reference#: 335 Condition: See Description Year: See Description   « Less

A good hand painted Nippon cup and saucer with ''Wedgwood'' decoration. Japan, late 19th century.Saucer measures 5 5/8inches in diameter. Cup is 2inches high.The ground is  More »

A good hand painted Nippon cup and saucer with ''Wedgwood'' decoration. Japan, late 19th century.Saucer measures 5 5/8inches in diameter. Cup is 2inches high.The ground is pale blue, very fine porcelain, glazed inside. Fine enough for light to shine through it. Hand painted / sculpted spriggs of flowers and butterflies, resemble Wedgwood jasperware, but shaded to show depth in a sculptural way. Dark brown borders to both pieces. Handle of cup has small applied ''spines''. Bottom of saucer has a green mark with Mnt Fuji, HAND PAINTED and JAPAN.Condition is very good. No chips/cracks. There is one tiny white spot on the saucer, but this is not damage (see photos). Status: For Sale Reference#: 1945 Condition: See Description Year: See Description   « Less

Japanese Meiji (late 19th century ) period jar and lid with double peach finial and beautiful enamel work. Measures: 6 1/4'' to top of finial. Diameter is 4 1/2''.  More »

Japanese Meiji (late 19th century ) period jar and lid with double peach finial and beautiful enamel work. Measures: 6 1/4'' to top of finial. Diameter is 4 1/2''. Cylindrical shaped body. Very fine enamel work decorates both jar and lid. Colours are delicate and there is very pretty detail to the petals and leaves. The top of the lid has a wonderfully moulded double peach finial, the leaves are almost spider like in their delicacy. Condition:overall condition is extremely good. There is one small chip on the lid and a minute one on the rim, entirely hidden by the lid. Enamel and finial are in very good shape. Status: For Sale Reference#: 441 Condition: See Description Year: See Description   « Less

There were only 3 sets made of these plates in 1973. Measures 8 3/4inches accross. Called Farmer''s wife on stepladder, this plate depicts Picasso''s beautiful consort  More »

There were only 3 sets made of these plates in 1973. Measures 8 3/4inches accross. Called Farmer''s wife on stepladder, this plate depicts Picasso''s beautiful consort Marie-Therese Walter. Plate has all the information about the original painting written on the back, is dated 1973 and signed H117. Condition is MINT with no scratches/cracks/chips of any sort. The series was abandoned when the rights to continue by the artist''s heirs was denied. There were 6 plates in the series - this is one of 5 from a private collection. Enquire about the others. Status: For Sale Reference#: 1341 Condition: See Description Year: See Description   « Less

There were only 3 sets made of these plates in 1973. Measures 8 3/4inches accross. This plate depicts Picasso''s first son as a little boy, sketching at a table. Plate  More »

There were only 3 sets made of these plates in 1973. Measures 8 3/4inches accross. This plate depicts Picasso''s first son as a little boy, sketching at a table. Plate has all the information about the original painting written on the back, is dated 1973 and signed H123. Condition is MINT with no scratches/cracks/chips of any sort. The series was abandoned when the rights to continue by the artist''s heirs was denied. There were 6 plates in the series - this is one of 5 from a private collection. Enquire about the others. Status: For Sale Reference#: 1340 Condition: See Description Year: See Description   « Less

There were only 3 sets made of these plates in 1973. Measures 8 3/4inches accross. This plate depicts an abstract, cubist still life with dice, guitar, card and printed  More »

There were only 3 sets made of these plates in 1973. Measures 8 3/4inches accross. This plate depicts an abstract, cubist still life with dice, guitar, card and printed words forming an integral part of the painting. Plate has all the information about the original painting written on the back, is dated 1973 and signed H118. Condition is MINT with no scratches/cracks/chips of any sort. The series was abandoned when the rights to continue by the artist''s heirs was denied. There were 6 plates in the series - this is one of 5 from a private collection. Enquire about the others. Status: For Sale Reference#: 1339 Condition: See Description Year: See Description   « Less

There were only 3 sets made of these plates in 1973. Measures 8 3/4inches accross. This plate depicts a mother and baby and comes from the famous BLUE PERIOD, shortly  More »

There were only 3 sets made of these plates in 1973. Measures 8 3/4inches accross. This plate depicts a mother and baby and comes from the famous BLUE PERIOD, shortly after Picasso''s arrival in Paris. Plate has all the information about the original painting written on the back, is dated 1973 and signed H121. Condition is MINT with no scratches/cracks/chips of any sort. The series was abandoned when the rights to continue by the artist''s heirs was denied. There were 6 plates in the series - this is one of 5 from a private collection. Enquire about the others. Status: For Sale Reference#: 1338 Condition: See Description Year: See Description   « Less