Antique Derby porcelain putti figures with flower baskets c.1780 Wedgwood

Antique Derby porcelain putti figures with flower baskets c.1780 WedgwoodThis charming pair of small putto figures is a fine example of early Derby porcelain, dating to around 1780. Standing approximately 12 cm high, each nude putto is modelled standing on a grassy, moundshaped base, the surfaces washed in a bright applegreen enamel typical of late18thcentury Derby colour palettes. The figures are closely paired but not absolutely identical, reflecting hand modelling rather than pressmoulded repetition. Each child holds a

original condition

The surface retains its attractive lustre

Indulge in a striking piece of mid-century Italian art pottery with this original 1950s Arose ceramic dog vase

which helps to date the piece to the earlier part of Ashworth production when heavier gilding and strong grounds were particularly popular

Display it on a plate stand

a hallmark of the Victorian fascination with historic and exotic design

where individual garden specimens were carefully observed and freely arranged across the surface

Each plate is crafted in classic Old Paris porcelain

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This shift culminated in her celebrated series of “Empty Vessels”: slanted oval cylinders in which contrasting colours

it features a finely detailed grey‑green transfer scene titled “Chateau de Charlton

and the surface is smooth and even