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This leaf-shaped dish is a fine example of this very early English porcelain factory founded by silversmith, Nicholas Sprimont in 1744. Decorated with deutche blumen, and an applied ‘stem’ handle, it is a fine example of the red-anchor period (1752-56).
Pieces from this factory are very rare and sought-after, and the red anchor wares are particularly desirable for their delicate and often naturalistic style. The Chelsea soft-paste formula is particularly glassy and sensuous, and is one of the finest examples of early attempts at porcelain making in England. Some crazing to the glaze and losses to the applied leaves and petals; one point of the leaf has a small repair. 10 ¾" length, 8" width. |
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