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Royal Worcester Porcelain Vase, Hand-painted Chrysanthemums, Pierced Gilt Handles, 1890
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Royal Worcester Porcelain Vase, Hand-painted Chrysanthemums, Pierced Gilt Handles, 1890

19th century
Description

A rare and exceptionally large Royal Worcester porcelain vase, crafted in 1890 during the height of the Victorian era. This striking baluster-form vase stands at an impressive 41 cm, making it considerably larger than most examples of its type. The generous proportions, hand-painted decoration, and finely modelled details reflect the highest standards of Royal Worcester production during the Aesthetic Movement.

The body is decorated in vibrant multicoloured enamels with a chrysanthemum motif on an ivory ground, a palette and composition inspired by the Japonisme trend that defined much of the late 19th-century decorative arts. The soft background is further enriched with raised gilding and delicate white enamel jewelling to the neck and handles.

The sculptural pierced handles are finished in rich gold and show losses from age-related wear, but still retain their visual impact. The dramatic shape and finely applied gilt elements are characteristic of Royal Worcester's technical excellence, combining sculptural form with painterly finesse.

The underside is marked with the puce Royal Worcester crown and circle mark and carries the date letter “a” for 1890, along with the British diamond registration mark for November 28, 1883, and the impressed model number 942. These confirm its authenticity and status as a registered design.

A standout display piece for collectors of English Aesthetic porcelain, Royal Worcester vases, or late Victorian decorative arts. Ideal for mantel, cabinet, or centrepiece display in a refined period interior.

Measurements

Height: 41 cm / 16.25?

Width: 18.5 cm / 7.25?

Depth: 18.5 cm / 7.25?

Weight: 1226 g

Condition

Excellent antique condition. Minor rubbing to the gilding on handles and rim, consistent with age. The painted surface is pristine. No chips, cracks or repairs.

Shipping & Packaging

– Shipped fully tracked and insured

– Shipping cost includes professional packaging, handling, and postage

Please examine all photographs carefully as they form an integral part of the description. Feel free to ask any questions.

Physical Dimensions
Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
18.5cm (7.28")
Depth
18.5cm (7.28")
Declaration

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this Royal Worcester Porcelain Vase to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1134144
Description
A rare and exceptionally large Royal Worcester porcelain vase, crafted in 1890 during the height of the Victorian era.
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This striking baluster-form vase stands at an impressive 41 cm, making it considerably larger than most examples of its type.
Gillers Antiques Ltd

The generous proportions, hand-painted decoration, and finely modelled details reflect the highest standards of Royal Worcester production during the Aesthetic Movement.

fig 1. An antique cream Royal Worcester porcelain vase featuring hand-painted chrysanthemums, an elongated neck, and pierced gilded handles.
fig 1. Royal Worcester Porcelain Vase, Hand-painted Chrysanthemums, Pierced Gilt Handles, 1890

The body is decorated in vibrant multicoloured enamels with a chrysanthemum motif on an ivory ground, a palette and composition inspired by the Japonisme trend that defined much of the late 19th-century decorative arts. The soft background is further enriched with raised gilding and delicate white enamel jewelling to the neck and handles.

fig 2. An antique cream Royal Worcester porcelain vase featuring hand-painted chrysanthemums, an elongated neck, and pierced gilded handles.
fig 2. Royal Worcester Porcelain Vase, Hand-painted Chrysanthemums, Pierced Gilt Handles, 1890

The sculptural pierced handles are finished in rich gold and show losses from age-related wear, but still retain their visual impact. The dramatic shape and finely applied gilt elements are characteristic of Royal Worcester's technical excellence, combining sculptural form with painterly finesse.

fig 3. An antique cream Royal Worcester porcelain vase featuring hand-painted chrysanthemums, an elongated neck, and pierced gilded handles.
fig 3. Royal Worcester Porcelain Vase, Hand-painted Chrysanthemums, Pierced Gilt Handles, 1890

The underside is marked with the puce Royal Worcester crown and circle mark and carries the date letter “a” for 1890, along with the British diamond registration mark for November 28, 1883, and the impressed model number 942. These confirm its authenticity and status as a registered design.

fig 4. An antique cream Royal Worcester porcelain vase featuring hand-painted chrysanthemums, an elongated neck, and pierced gilded handles.
fig 4. Royal Worcester Porcelain Vase, Hand-painted Chrysanthemums, Pierced Gilt Handles, 1890

A standout display piece for collectors of English Aesthetic porcelain, Royal Worcester vases, or late Victorian decorative arts. Ideal for mantel, cabinet, or centrepiece display in a refined period interior.

fig 5. An antique cream Royal Worcester porcelain vase featuring hand-painted chrysanthemums, an elongated neck, and pierced gilded handles.
fig 5. Royal Worcester Porcelain Vase, Hand-painted Chrysanthemums, Pierced Gilt Handles, 1890

Measurements

Height: 41 cm / 16.25?

Width: 18.5 cm / 7.25?

Depth: 18.5 cm / 7.25?

Weight: 1226 g

Condition

Excellent antique condition. Minor rubbing to the gilding on handles and rim, consistent with age. The painted surface is pristine. No chips, cracks or repairs.

fig 6. An antique cream Royal Worcester porcelain vase featuring hand-painted chrysanthemums, an elongated neck, and pierced gilded handles.
fig 6. Royal Worcester Porcelain Vase, Hand-painted Chrysanthemums, Pierced Gilt Handles, 1890

Shipping & Packaging

– Shipped fully tracked and insured

– Shipping cost includes professional packaging, handling, and postage

Please examine all photographs carefully as they form an integral part of the description. Feel free to ask any questions.

Height
41cm (16.14")
Width
18.5cm (7.28")
Depth
18.5cm (7.28")
Date of Manufacture

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this Royal Worcester Porcelain Vase to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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An antique cream Royal Worcester porcelain vase featuring hand-painted chrysanthemums, an elongated neck, and pierced gilded handles.
Royal Worcester Porcelain Vase, Hand-painted Chrysanthemums, Pierced Gilt Handles, 1890
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Late Victorian Royal Worcester porcelain is renowned for its soft satin finish, often referred to as blush ivory, combined with intricate hand-painted botanical studies and rich gilt highlights inspired by Japanese and Renaissance design traditions.

These decorative vessels were crafted from fine bone china or soft-paste porcelain, finished with translucent glazes, overglaze enamel paints, and liquid burnished gold for gilded accents.

Authentic pieces feature the printed Royal Worcester factory stamp on the underside, often accompanied by a system of dots or letters indicating the exact year of manufacture, along with fine, raised gilding and artist markings.

Victorian porcelain vases make effective focal points when placed on a minimalist sideboard, mantelpiece, or styled within an eclectic gallery shelf arrangement alongside modern art.

Dust gently using a dry, soft-bristled brush or microfiber cloth; avoid immersing the piece in water or applying abrasive chemical cleansers, which can wear away delicate overglaze gilding and enamels.
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