Yellow-scale teacup and saucer
Manufacturer
Worcester Porcelain Manufactory
(English, founded 1751)
CultureEnglish
OriginWorcester, Worcestershire, England
Datec.1765
Mediumsoft-paste porcelain, enamel, and gold.
DimensionsOverall (G83.1.1147.1): 2 x 4 x 3 in. (5.1 x 10.2 x 7.6 cm)
Overall (G83.1.1147.2): 1 x 5 1/2 in. (2.5 x 14 cm)
MarkingsMeissen-style crossed swords and '9.' in underglaze blue
DescriptionWorcester yellow-scale teacup and saucer, painted with vase and mirror-shaped panels of exotic birds with brilliantly coloured plumage and insects. It is within gilt rococo borders on a clear yellow-scale ground, with gilt edged rims.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.1147.1-2
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
English PorcelainStatus
Not on view
Artist / Maker: Worcester Porcelain Manufactory
c.1765-1770
Object number: G83.1.1146.1-2
Artist / Maker: Worcester Porcelain Manufactory
c.1765-1770
Object number: G83.1.1145.1-2
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Artist / Maker: Worcester Porcelain Manufactory
c.1768-1770
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Artist / Maker: Worcester Porcelain Manufactory
c.1765-1770
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Artist / Maker: Worcester Porcelain Manufactory
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