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Set of 3 Large Derby Urns, England 19th Century
By Derby
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of 3 large Derby Urns, England 19th century.
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Antique 19th Century English Urns

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Porcelain

Derby Figure of Shepherdess with Garlanded Lamb, ca 1760
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a charming Derby figure of a shepherdess with a garlanded lamb, made in or shortly after
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Antique 1760s English Rococo Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Figure of Female Ranelagh Dancer, Rococo 1759-1769
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a sublimely made porcelain figure of the female "Ranelagh Dancer", made by Derby between
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Antique 1760s English Rococo Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Teacup Trio, Green with Red Flowers, 1800-1810
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful "true trio" made by the Derby Porcelain factory between 1800 and 1810. The trio
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Antique Early 1800s English Regency Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Tea Bowl, Artichoke Pattern in Turquoise, Georgian ca 1785
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful tea bowl and saucer made by Derby in about 1785. The set has the distinctive
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Antique 1780s English George III Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Coffee Cup, Artichoke Pattern in Turquoise, Georgian ca 1785
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful coffee cup and saucer made by Derby in about 1785. The set has the distinctive
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Antique 1780s English George III Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Derby Orphaned Coffee Can, White, Landscape by Zachariah Boreman, ca 1790
By Derby
Located in London, GB
Derby mark that was used between 1782 and 1800, as well as an impressed Z and the named landscape. The
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Antique 1790s English Georgian Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Bloor Derby Porcelain Breakfast Cup with Plate, Gilt with Purple Flowers, Ca1825
By Bloor Derby, Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a very charming "breakfast" teacup and saucer with a plate, made by Derby / Bloor Derby
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Antique 1820s English Regency Porcelain

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Porcelain

Bloor Derby Pair of Porcelain Figures, Stag and Doe, circa 1765-1820
By Bloor Derby, Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a very charming pair of porcelain figures of a stag and a doe, probably cast by Derby in
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Antique 1760s English Rococo Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Derby Pair of Candle Stick Figures, Bagpiper and Lady with Lute, Rococo, Ca 1765
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful pair of Derby porcelain candlestick figures of a bagpiper and a lady with lute
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Antique 1760s English Rococo Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Bloor Derby Shell Dish, White, Floral Sprigs Moses Webster, Regency, 1820-1825
By Bloor Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful one-handled dessert serving dish or "shell" dish made by Derby between about
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Antique 1820s English Regency Serving Bowls

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Porcelain

Crown Derby Porcelain Plate, Puce Cherubs by Richard Askew, Georgian ca 1785
By Crown Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful Crown Derby plate made in about 1785. The very charming decoration of a puce
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Antique 1780s English Georgian Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Chelsea-Derby Chocolate Cup Set, Gilt Stripes, Puce Flowers, Rococo 1770-1775
By Chelsea-Derby, Derby, Chelsea Porcelain
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful chocolate cup set made by Chelsea-Derby between 1770 and 1775, which was the
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Antique 1770s English Rococo Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Derby King Street Porcelain Boy and Girl Playing with Dog and Lamb, circa 1915
By Bloor Derby
Located in London, GB
made by the Derby King Street Factory (Sampson Hancock) in circa 1915 after a Georgian original of the
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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

English Crown Derby Porcelain Potpourri Vessel, early 19th century
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in New York, NY
design, by Crown Derby, circa early-19th century, England. Red makers' mark date range circa 1806-1825
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Antique Early 19th Century English Empire Porcelain

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Porcelain

Derby King Street Porcelain Teacup, Imari Red, Blue and Gilt, Victorian 1889
By Derby King Street
Located in London, GB
This is a charming teacup and saucer made by the Derby King Street factory in 1889. The set is
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Royal Crown Derby Part Dessert Service, Turquoise with Flower Garlands, 1916
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful part dessert service made by Royal Crown Derby in 1916. The service consists of
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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Porcelain

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Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Dessert Service Red Botanical Attr. to John Brewer, Regency 1795
By John Brewer, Crown Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning and extremely rare part dessert service made by Derby between circa 1795 and
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Antique 1790s English George III Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Pair, Royal Crown Derby "Exotic Birds" Jewel Encrusted Moon Flask Vases C. 1880
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Atlanta, GA
Royal Crown Derby (England, founded 1756) Circa 1877-1890 made in the Osmaston Road Factory
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Antique Late 19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Vases

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Enamel

Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Campana Vase, Cobalt Blue, Flowers by C Gresley 1916
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in London, GB
This is a very fine high-footed campana made by Royal Crown Derby in 1916 in the Edwardian style
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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Vases

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Porcelain

Bloor Derby Set of 10 Plates, Fruit Paintings by Thomas Steel, Regency 1820-1825
By Thomas Steel, Bloor Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a spectacular and very rare set of ten dessert plates made by Derby in about 1825, which
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Antique 1820s English Regency Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Two Porcelain Campana Vases Attr. to Edmé Samson, Lilac, Birds, Flowers, 19th C
By Edmé Samson, Derby
Located in London, GB
, Bow, Chelsea and Derby. The good Samson pieces are now highly collectable in their own right as they
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Antique 19th Century English Regency Porcelain

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Porcelain

Early 20th Century Pencil Drawing, Gentleman with Hat
Located in Casale Monferrato, IT
: round and rigid dome, and small raised brim at the edges. At the turn of the 1800s and 1900s it acquired
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Antique Early 1900s Italian Drawings

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Paper

Barr Flight & Barr Part Dessert Service, Flowers by William Billingsley, 1808-10
By William Billingsly, Barr, Flight & Barr Worcester
Located in London, GB
created a new technique for painting roses. Billingsley worked at Derby, Worcester and Mansfield. He also
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Antique Early 1800s English Regency Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Bow Porcelain Orphaned Coffee Cup, Famille Rose Peony, circa 1755
By Bow Porcelain
Located in London, GB
the later famous potteries such as Worcester and Derby. The cup is unmarked, which is normal for
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Antique 1750s English Rococo Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Edmé Samson Porcelain Cabaret Tray, Worcester Style Blue with Flowers, 19th C
By Royal Worcester, Edmé Samson
Located in London, GB
Derby. The good Samson pieces are now highly collectable in their own right as they rival the quality of
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Antique 19th Century French Rococo Platters and Serveware

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Porcelain

Edmé Samson Armorial Sauce Tureen, Chinese Export "Sic Donec", 1845-1891
By Edmé Samson
Located in London, GB
, Meissen, Bow, Chelsea and Derby. The good Samson pieces are now highly collectable in their own right as
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Antique Late 19th Century French Chinese Export Porcelain

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Porcelain

Chelsea Porcelain Frill Vase with Birds, Rococo ca 1760
By Chelsea Porcelain
Located in London, GB
are beautiful birds on each side. This particular model of vase was also made by Derby and they were
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Antique 1760s English Rococo Porcelain

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Porcelain

Bow Pair of Porcelain Figures, Arlecchino and Columbina, Rococo ca 1758
By Bow Porcelain
Located in London, GB
the later famous potteries such as Worcester and Derby. These figures were used to adorn the dinner
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Antique 1750s English Rococo Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Bow Porcelain Figure of Boy or Putto on C-Scroll Base, Georgian circa 1760
By Bow Porcelain
Located in London, GB
into some of the later famous potteries such as Worcester and Derby. This boy or putto figure was
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Antique 1760s English Rococo Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Mid 18th Century George III Neoclassical Statuary Marble Fireplace after Adam
Located in London, GB
Hinchliffe, Derby House 1774, Northumberland House 1774 and Osterley Park 1775 and Home House 1776-1777 The
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Antique Mid-18th Century Neoclassical Architectural Elements

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Marble, Statuary Marble

Antique French Opera Glasses, Large & Original Etui, Case, Ivory
Located in San Marcos, CA
A most spectacular set of early to mid-1800s French opera glasses, or binoculars, much larger than
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French Desk Accessories

Antique French Opera Glasses, Large & Original Etui, Case, Ivory
Antique French Opera Glasses, Large & Original Etui, Case, Ivory
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H 4.25 in W 4.5 in D 2 in Dm 2 in
Derby Breakfast Porcelain Coffee Cup, Regency Pattern, ca 1800
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a very rare large coffee cup and saucer made by Derby in about 1800. The cup in in an extra
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Antique Early 1800s English Regency Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Derby Pair of Candlestick Figures, Shepherd & Shepherdess, circa 1765
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful pair of Derby candlestick figures in the shape of flower sellers, made in or
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Antique 1760s English Rococo Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Figure of Recumbent Ram, Georgian 1759-1769
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning Derby porcelain figure of a recumbent ram made between 1759 and 1769, which was
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Antique 1760s English Rococo Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Figure of Recumbent Ram, Georgian 1759-1769
Derby Porcelain Figure of Recumbent Ram, Georgian 1759-1769
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H 2.5 in W 4.75 in D 2.5 in
Derby Porcelain Spill Vase, Sepia Boat Landscape, Regency ca 1810
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a rare and beautiful spill vase made by Derby in about 1810. The vase is decorated with a
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Antique Early 1800s English Regency Vases

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Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Figures of Mars and Minerva, Rococo, circa 1765
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful pair of Derby porcelain figures of Mars and Minerva, made between 1759 and 1769
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Antique 1760s English Rococo Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Figure of Neptune with a Dolphin, 1765-1830
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a gorgeous porcelain figure of Neptune with a dolphin, shaped by Derby possibly as early as
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Antique 1760s English Rococo Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Derby Pair of Porcelain Figures, Garland Shepherds, Georgian, ca 1765
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful pair of Derby figures called the "Garland Shepherds", made in about 1765. The
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Antique 1760s English Rococo Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Figure of Neptune with Dolphin, Rococo, Ca 1765
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a gorgeous porcelain figure of Neptune with a dolphin, made by Derby around the year 1765
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Antique 1760s English Rococo Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Teacup, Japan Pattern with Ducks, Regency, 1815-1820
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a charming teacup and saucer made by Derby some time between 1815 and 1820. The set is
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Antique 1810s English Regency Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Figure of Minerva with Owl, Rococo Ca 1765
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful Derby porcelain figure of the goddess Minerva made around 1765, which was the
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Antique 1760s English Rococo Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Derby Porcelain Figure of Minerva with Owl, Rococo Ca 1765
Derby Porcelain Figure of Minerva with Owl, Rococo Ca 1765
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H 10.6 in Dm 5 in L 10.6 in
Derby Porcelain Cream Pot with Cover, Blue and White, ca 1765
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a wonderful and rare cream pot with cover made by Derby in about 1765. This dish has caused
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Antique 1760s English Chinoiserie Serving Bowls

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Porcelain

Pair of Derby Porcelain Figures of Mars and Venus, Rococo, 1759-1769
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a fabulous pair of Derby porcelain figures of Mars and Venus, made between 1759 and 1769
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Antique 1760s English Rococo Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Derby Pair of Porcelain Figures of Winter and Spring, Rococo Period 1756-1759
By Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a fabulous pair of Derby porcelain figures of Winter and Spring, made between 1756 and 1759
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Antique 1750s English Rococo Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Chelsea-Derby Pair of Candlestick Figures, Bagpiper and Lady with Lute, ca 1775
By Chelsea-Derby, Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful pair of Chelsea-Derby porcelain candlestick figures of a bagpiper and a lady
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Antique 1770s English Rococo Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Dessert Plate Bloor Derby, Neoclassical Pattern, 1815-1820 '2'
By Bloor Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning dessert plate made by Derby between 1815 and 1820, which was the Regency era
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Antique 1810s English Neoclassical Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Bloor Derby Dessert Plate, Neoclassical Pattern, 1815-1820 '1'
By Bloor Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning dessert plate made by Derby between 1815 and 1820, which was the Regency era
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Antique 1810s English Neoclassical Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Bloor Derby Dessert Service, Neoclassical Pattern, Regency 1815-1820
By Bloor Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning dessert service made by Derby between 1815 and 1820, which was the Regency era
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Antique 1810s English Neoclassical Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Set of 4 Bloor Derby Dinner Plates, 1825-1830
By Bloor Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a set of 4 dinner plates made by Bloor Derby between 1825 and 1830. I have a matching set
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Antique 1820s English Regency Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Set of 4 Bloor Derby Dinner Plates, 1825-1830
Set of 4 Bloor Derby Dinner Plates, 1825-1830
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H 0.5 in Dm 10 in
Set of 8 Bloor Derby Dessert Plates, 1825-1830
By Bloor Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a set of 8 dessert plates made by Bloor Derby between 1825 and 1830. I have a matching set
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Antique 1820s English Regency Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Set of 8 Bloor Derby Dessert Plates, 1825-1830
Set of 8 Bloor Derby Dessert Plates, 1825-1830
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H 0.5 in Dm 7.75 in
Pair of Bloor Derby Porcelain Campana Vases, Polychrome Regency Pattern, ca 1815
By Bloor Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a stunning pair of campana vases made by Derby in about 1815, which was the Regency era
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Antique 1810s English Regency Vases

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Porcelain

Crown Derby Porcelain Coffee Cup, White, Gilt with Blue Cornflowers, 1782-1790
By Crown Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful little coffee cup and saucer made by the Crown Derby Porcelain Company some
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Antique 1780s English George III Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Chelsea-Derby Porcelain Figure of Lady with Lute, 18th Century, circa 1770
By Chelsea-Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful Chelsea-Derby figure of a lady with a lute made in circa 1770. This figure had
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Antique 1770s English Rococo Figurative Sculptures

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Porcelain

Bloor Derby Porcelain Campana Vase, White with Gilt and Flowers, Regency ca 1815
By Bloor Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a beautiful campana vase made by Derby in circa 1815, which was the Regency era. It is
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Antique 1810s English Regency Vases

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Porcelain

Crown Derby Porcelain Breakfast Tea Set, White and Gilt, George III, 1782-1800
By Crown Derby
Located in London, GB
This is a very stunning porcelain breakfast set (also called Tête à Tête) made by the Crown Derby
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Antique Late 18th Century English George III Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Fine Derby Porcelain Centerpiece with Landscape Scene, c. 1815
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Atlanta, GA
A fine Derby porcelain Centerpiece, dating from the first quarter of the 1800s, and English in
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Antique 19th Century English Centerpieces

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Enamel

Derby Sampson Hancock Plate, Gilt, Flowers, Signed by S Hancock, 1863-1895
By Derby King Street
Located in London, GB
with great clarity and liveliness. The crowned Derby King Street mark with S and H was registered
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Dinner Plates

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Porcelain

Derby King Street Tiny Porcelain Demitasse Cup, Pink Roses and Gilt, 1862-1935
By Derby King Street
Located in London, GB
This is a very cute tiny demitasse coffee cup and saucer made by the Derby King Street (Stevenson
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Tea Sets

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Porcelain

Pair of Small Derby Bottle Vases, Kakiemon Pattern, 1800-1825
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in London, GB
1800 and 1825. The Crown Derby Porcelain Company, later called Royal Crown Derby, is currently the
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Antique Early 19th Century English Regency Porcelain

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Porcelain

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Derby 1800s For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of derby 1800s available for sale. The range of distinct derby 1800s — often made from ceramic, porcelain and enamel — can elevate any home. Derby 1800s have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Derby 1800s made by Rococo designers — as well as those associated with Regency — are very popular at 1stDibs. Derby, Bloor Derby and Royal Crown Derby Porcelain each produced beautiful derby 1800s that are worth considering.

How Much are Derby 1800s?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,213, while they’re typically $335 on the low end and $121,422 highest priced.

Finding the Right porcelain for You

Today you’re likely to bring out your antique and vintage porcelain in order to dress up your dining table for a special meal.

Porcelain, a durable and nonporous kind of pottery made from clay and stone, was first made in China and spread across the world owing to the trade routes to the Far East established by Dutch and Portuguese merchants. Given its origin, English speakers called porcelain “fine china,” an expression you still might hear today. "Fine" indeed — for over a thousand years, it has been a highly sought-after material.

Meissen Porcelain, one of the first factories to create real porcelain outside Asia, popularized figurine centerpieces during the 18th century in Germany, while works by Capodimonte, a porcelain factory in Italy, are synonymous with flowers and notoriously hard to come by. Modern porcelain houses such as Maison Fragile of Limoges, France — long a hub of private porcelain manufacturing — keep the city’s long tradition alive while collaborating with venturesome contemporary artists such as illustrator Jean-Michel Tixier.

Porcelain is not totally clumsy-guest-proof, but it is surprisingly durable and easy to clean. Its low permeability and hardness have rendered porcelain wares a staple in kitchens and dining rooms as well as a common material for bathroom sinks and dental veneers. While it is tempting to store your porcelain behind closed glass cabinet doors and reserve it only for display, your porcelain dinner plates and serving platters can safely weather the “dangers” of the dining room and be used during meals.

Add different textures and colors to your table with dinner plates and pitchers of ceramic and silver or a porcelain lidded tureen, a serving dish with side handles that is often used for soups. Although porcelain and ceramic are both made in a kiln, porcelain is made with more refined clay and is stronger than ceramic because it is denser. 

On 1stDibs, browse an expansive collection of antique and vintage porcelain made in a variety of styles, including Regency, Scandinavian modern and other examples produced during the mid-century era, plus Rococo, which found its inspiration in nature and saw potters crafting animal figurines and integrating organic motifs such as floral patterns in their work.

Questions About Derby 1800s
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A Crown Derby mark denotes Derby Porcelain goods. Derby Porcelain items are highly coveted by collectors and home decor enthusiasts due to their intricate and unique designs. You’ll find a wide variety of antique Derby Porcelain items and collectables on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    In the 1800s, miniatures were small portraits. People commissioned them to give as gifts to their loved ones to carry with them. In this way, miniatures were similar to modern wallet photographs. On 1stDibs, find a range of miniature portraits.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 31, 2023
    Yes, there were safes in the 1800s. Historical records indicate that by 1820, some companies used safes to protect goods from fire. Following market campaigns in the 1840s, more companies and individuals began to purchase safes as an anti-theft measure. Shop a variety of safes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Saint Laurent Derbies tend to run true to size. Consult the brand’s website for sizing guides to ensure a proper fit. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and contemporary Yves Saint Laurent shoes from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, pocket watches peaked in popularity in the 1800s. The first pocket watch was created in Germany in 1510, but was originally too large for a pocket. In the 1600s, the design began to get more compact, but for a long time pocket watches were a rarity and a symbol of wealth. Shop an array of antique pocket watches on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    In the 1800s, safes were usually made of metal like tin plating or sheet iron. Fireproofing the safes proved difficult, and during the 1820s, specific mixtures of materials such as mica, potash lye and alum were used to line a safe’s interior in order to prevent its contents from succumbing to fire damage. Shop a collection of safes on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Yes, some Royal Crown Derby china is valuable. Generally, older and rarer pieces tend to fetch higher prices when resold. For example, pieces from the 19th century bearing the Imari pattern are in demand due to the limited number of items that are available. Keep in mind that the condition of your china will also impact how much you can sell it for. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can provide an estimate of what a particular piece is worth. Explore an assortment of Royal Crown Derby china on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, The Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Company is still being produced. The Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Company was founded in 1750 and is one of England’s oldest remaining porcelain manufacturers. Shop a wide selection of Royal Crown Derby products on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Royal Crown Derby china is made in Derby, UK. The company Royal Crown Derby opened in 1750 and operated until the 1960s when Royal Doulton purchased it and closed down production. In 2006, new owners purchased the company and restarted manufacturing in Derby. Find a variety of Royal Crown Derby china on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    In the 1800s, nightstands were often called commodes. Prior to the advent of indoor plumbing, early nightstands contained a porcelain chamber pot in a cabinet that provided a convenient and private alternative to visiting the outhouse. Today, antique, new and vintage nightstands, which are pieces of bedroom furniture that are often called bedside tables, are typically low-profile tables that are positioned alongside one’s bed or elsewhere in a bedroom. Shop a selection of nightstands on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    During the 1800s, necklaces, earrings, brooches and hair accessories were popular jewelry pieces in styles ranging from Georgian with enamel details to Victorian with floral flourishes. The commonly used gemstones of the 19th century included diamonds, emeralds, rubies, sapphires, garnets and amethysts. Gold was the dominant metal for jewelry, but silver became sought-after during the 1880s and 1890s. Explore an assortment of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    What wedding rings looked like in the 1800s was similar to other Victorian jewelry. The Victorian era spanned from 1837 to 1901, coinciding with the reign of Queen Victoria in the United Kingdom. At the beginning of this period, rings were made of gold and affordable only to the wealthy. Designs for Victorian-era rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal. Some featured stones secured by collets, settings similar to bezels, with prongs and a closed back. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Victorian wedding rings.

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