Ridgway Ironstone Imari Pattern Footed Bowl Comport Antique 24cm Wedgwood

Ridgway Ironstone Imari Pattern Footed Bowl Comport Antique 24cm WedgwoodA handsome Ridgway ironstone footed bowl comport, decorated in a rich Imari palette of underglaze blue, iron red and gilt florals, the scalloped rim raised on a pedestal foot. The base carries pattern number 13. The bowl measures approximately 24 cm in diameter. Ridgway produced fine ironstone dessert and table wares in the 19th century, and Imari palette comports of this kind make a striking display piece. Condition: there is a chip beneath the foot

making it the perfect medium for a tribute to Lady Diana

a generous small-room size

the combination of a major British artist with a historic British porcelain manufacturer makes this a particularly attractive investment piece

It has been carefully preserved over the years and presents beautifully

and the engine-turned detailing is still clearly defined

when Creil was producing fashionable services decorated with classical and historical transfers for the Paris market

Despite these defects

The plaque is in good condition

Discover understated luxury with this elegant Wedgwood Etruria black and white ceramic matchbox holder

Enhancing a fine bone china or Wedgwood collection

discreet imperfection does not detract from its display quality and is typical of a piece of this period

though many collectors prefer to enjoy it as a purely decorative