Untitled
The New Chelsea China Co. Ltd, Longton
Category
Ceramics
Date
Unknown
Materials
Bone china porcelain
Measurements
15 mm (Height); 110 mm (Diameter)
Place of origin
England
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Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 10041.1.11
Summary
Bone china saucer for coffee cup, decorated with a gold rim and a central black and white countryside scene depicting a man with a gun and his dog flushing out a bird. Marked on base with the title of the scene: SHOOTING. Also marked: Royal Chelsea / ENGLISH BONE CHINA / MADE IN ENGLAND / REPRODUCTION OF / BEWICK / WOOD ENGRAVING.
Provenance
Purchased from the estate of the late Lord Wraxall with the assistance of the NHMF and donations from members and supporters.
Marks and inscriptions
'SHOOTING' / Royal Chelsea / ENGLISH BONE CHINA / MADE IN ENGLAND / REPRODUCTION OF / BEWICK / WOOD ENGRAVING
Makers and roles
The New Chelsea China Co. Ltd, Longton, ceramic manufacturer