First Period Worcester Porcelain Pine Cone Pattern Shaped Basin

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First Period Worcester Porcelain Pine Cone Pattern Shaped Basin,
Circa 1770

This shaped oval rare deep basin with shell corners … Read more First Period Worcester Porcelain Pine Cone Pattern Shaped Basin,
Circa 1770

This shaped oval rare deep basin with shell corners is a quintessential example of First Period Worcester porcelain, dating from the Dr. Wall era (1751-1783). Executed in a vibrant underglaze blue, it features the intricate and highly sought-after "Pine Cone" pattern.

The central design is a composition of Rococo and Chinoiserie influences, blending exotic and naturalistic motifs. It is skillfully transfer-printed with a dense arrangement of stylized pine cones, various fruits, and lush flowers, all interwoven with delicate foliage. The scene is brought to life by the inclusion of several fluttering butterflies, adding a sense of movement and grace. The gently scalloped rim is adorned with smaller, complementary floral sprays, creating a harmonious and balanced design.

The rim with molded shell-form handles in the four corners.

Diameter: 12 1/2 inches wide x 9 3/4 inches deep x 4 inches high (31.75cm wide x 24.77cm deep x 10.16cm high).

Mark: The base bears the factory's printed shaded crescent mark in underglaze blue, a characteristic mark of this period.

Provenance:

Private Maine Collection

Reference:
See: The Dictionary of Worcester Porcelain, Volume I, 1751-851, Page 148, Top left image for an example in a different pattern.

Worcester Blue and White Porcelain 1751 - 1790, Branyan, French & Sandon, Page 382, II.C.11.

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