Barr, Flight & Barr Worcester Porcelain Serving Dish in Chinese Famille Rose Style

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Anglo-Chinese Elegance: Barr, Flight & Barr Worcester Porcelain Serving Dish
Circa 1804–1813

A fine oval serving dish produced by the … Read more Anglo-Chinese Elegance: Barr, Flight & Barr Worcester Porcelain Serving Dish
Circa 1804–1813

A fine oval serving dish produced by the esteemed Barr, Flight & Barr factory in Worcester (Circa 1804–1813). This piece was expertly crafted as a high-quality replacement for an earlier Chinese Export porcelain dinner service from the 1760s, illustrating the Regency period's fascination with "matching up" English wares to cherished imported sets.

The decoration faithfully replicates the original Qianlong design. The rim features a classic spearhead border in iron-red and gold, framed by a simple gilt line. The center is beautifully hand-painted with scattered floral sprays in the Famille Rose palette, prominently featuring the lush pink peonies characteristic of Chinese export wares. The execution demonstrates the Worcester factory's technical mastery in emulating the hard-paste porcelain aesthetic of the East.

Markings:

Impressed Mark: The base bears the impressed factory mark of a Crown over "BFB".
Size Mark: A scratch-incised "12" indicates the size category.

Condition: Excellent antique condition. The enamels remain vivid and the gilding is well-preserved. No chips, cracks, or restoration.

Note: A rare pair of massive 20-inch serving dishes from this same service is also available.

Measurements:
Width: 12 inches (30.5 cm)
Depth: 9 inches (22.9 cm)

Historical Context:

During the Napoleonic Wars, imports from China were often disrupted or heavily taxed. Wealthy British families turned to premier domestic factories like Worcester, Spode, and Derby to create additions or replacements for their existing Chinese porcelain services. This dish is a prime example of this "replacement" genre, where English potting excellence meets Chinese decorative tradition.

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