Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Wall Decorations
English, b. 1877
Founded in 1750 by Andrew Planche and William Duesbury in Derby, England, the Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Company is one of the oldest original English manufacturers of fine bone china. Dating to the Georgian era, it has operated for more than 265 years.
In 1761, the company, then called Derby Porcelain, created its first commemorative piece for the coronation of King George III. In 1775, King George III recognized the uniqueness and high quality of Derby Porcelain, giving the company the honor of using a crown on its back stamp. Queen Victoria gave further honors to the porcelain manufacturer in 1890, when she awarded the company a royal warrant and bestowed upon it the title of “The Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Company.”
In the years following the first royal appointment, the company employed some of its finest artistic creators, such as watercolor landscape painter Zachariah Boreman; flower painters William Billingsley, William Pegg and Walter Withers; and figure painters Richard Askew and James Banford. The company produced the most sought-after collectible pieces in its history under the direction of William Duesbury II. He died at 34 and his full vision for the company went unrealized; it subsequently entered a period of decline.
In 1811, Robert Bloor revived the company by employing excellent painters and producing exquisite serving pieces that featured the Japanese Imari style of bold colors and lavish details. The popular design continues to be produced today. Modern pieces such as the paperweight collection also remain in demand more than 40 years after their introduction.
Under the creative control of different partners over time, the company has had three main locations. Its current base of operations is in Derby, where it continues to produce fine ceramics and decorative collectibles.
On 1stDibs, find a selection of Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Company bowls and baskets, dinner plates, centerpieces and more.
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Creator: Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Pair of Large English Porcelain Circular Plaques, Derby Crown, circa 1880
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
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Each charger depicting a not-unwilling maiden being carried off by centaurs. Signed in Greek and Cyrillic by artist G. Landgraf.
As stated in the Royal ...
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1880s English Antique Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Wall Decorations
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Porcelain
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Royal Crown Derby porcelain wall decorations are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of porcelain and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Royal Crown Derby Porcelain wall decorations, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider wall decorations by John Ruskin, Minton, and Samuel Howitt. Prices for Royal Crown Derby Porcelain wall decorations can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $65,000 and can go as high as $65,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $65,000.
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- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024Yes, 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, 2022Royal 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.
- Is Royal Crown Derby still made?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 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 ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify the marks on Royal Crown Derby, visit the official Royal Crown Derby website. The maker has a historic backmark reference guide with images that make it easy to confirm that your piece was made by Royal Crown Derby. Using the guide, you can also learn your piece's year of production and sometimes which Royal Crown Derby factory produced it. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Royal Crown Derby pottery.
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