Antique Continental Thomas & Townsend Compton London Pewter Charger Plate 15"

Pair of two Minton plates, circa 1862. These superb quality Minton plates are from a dessert service shown at the International Exhibition of 1862 in London. The plates testify to the enduring influence of 18th Century Sèvres on the tastes of Victorian high society. The designs are far from being mere copies, however; while there are recognisable Sèvres elements, they are arranged in entirely new and delightful ways. On the rim are four imitation cameo heads of classical deities en grisaille on a red-brown ground, within oval reserves wreathed in laurel. The profiles are individually painted; compare, for instance, the winged helmeted heads of Hermes/Mercury and you will spot subtle differences. The cameo devices, used here for the first time by Minton, derive from the celebrated Sèvres dinner...

A very large and impressive Japanese Meiji period Imari porcelain plate / charger / platter hand painted with polychrome floral scenes / borders in orange / red, cobalt blue, green a...

A fine double "C" handled quart tulip export Pewter mug or tankard by Townsend & Compton, circa 1779-1806. Struck with makers (upside down) pseudo hallmarks, left of the handle and l...

Set of German porcelain deep dinner plates in an elegant square shape and suitable charger plates hand-painted in blue glaze, and floral pattern. From famous company Van Well. Th...