$1,100
Chamberlain (English (Worcester), founded 1783-), circa early 19th century. A collection of 10 pieces of fine porcelain dinner ware in the "Dragon in Compartments" pattern comprising four demilune open vegetable dishes, an oval serving platter with shaped edge, two small low bowls with shaped edges, a round dessert or bread plate, and two small round bowls, each piece finely hand painted with an Orientalist motif in tones of red, green, blue, and pink to a white ground with traditional Chinese motif of fu dogs, dragons, peony blossoms, diaper patterning, and floral scrolls. Underside of one bowl inscribed "75", the others apparently unmarked. Platter approximately 8.5" x 12". Demilunes approximately 6.25" x 12". Smallest bowls approximate diameter 5.375". Larger shaped dish approximate diameter 7.675". Smaller shaped dish approximate diameter 7". Round dish approximate diameter 7.125". Note: Chamberlain merged with Flight, Barr & Barr in 1840. A similar pattern to this is often attributed as Bengal Tiger.
Auctioneer:
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery
Date:
2016-10-16
