Chelsea Red Anchor Period 'Hans Sloane' Type Plate

This is a beautiful plate made by Chelsea in circa 1755, which is known as the "Red Anchor" period of the factory. Chelsea was one of the very early adopters of porcelain in the British china industry. Founded in 1744 the Chelsea pottery was for about 40 years the leading maker of fine chinaware, excelling in their sense of style, perfection and constant innovation and inspiring many following generations of china makers. The company was started by French silversmith Nicholas Sprimont and you can see the influence of the French style of silverware...

A fabulous dessert plate, molded with swirling leaves highlighted with blue and gilt; the centre with a fabulous bird and insects.  

The wares of the Chelsea red anchor period (1752-1758), when this dish was made, are generally thought to be the finest work produced by the factory...

This gorgeous Chelsea Porcelain botanical dish was hand painted in England circa 1752-1756. The polychrome enamels depict fruits: apples, pears, plums, melons, and, in the center, a ...