Untitled
The New Chelsea China Co. Ltd, Longton
Category
Ceramics
Date
Unknown
Materials
Bone china porcelain
Measurements
15 mm (Height); 110 mm (Diam)
Place of origin
England
Collection
Tyntesfield, North Somerset
NT 10041.1.4
Summary
Bone china saucer for coffee cup, decorated with a gold rim and a central black and white countryside scene depicting a man and his dog. Marked on base with the title of the scene: THE VAGRANT. 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
Inscription on base; 'THE VAGRANT' / 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