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Royal Crown Derby Kettle, Imari, Dated 1885.
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Royal Crown Derby Kettle, Imari, Dated 1885.

19th century
Sold 10 January 2026 · Philip Carrol Antiques
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Royal Crown Derby porcelain kettle, dated 1885. The oval, lightly lobed kettle, printed and painted in Imari colours, with shaped panels of birds in trees, and flowering plants, on a larger ground of flowering branches. Having a short spout decorated with gilt scrollwork, and an overhead handle, with blue and gilt banding.

The oval cover, similarly decorated in the Imari style, and surmounted by a gilt edged finial.

Iron red printed factory mark, with date code for 1885. Painted pattern number 198, to both the teapot, and cover.

Length – 24 cm, 9 1/2”.

Height – 18 cm, 7 1/8”.

Width – 12 cm, 4 3/4”.

Condition – Excellent. No damage. No restoration.

Physical Dimensions
Height
24cm (9.45")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated this Royal Crown Derby Imari Kettle to the Victorian era.

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SA1174599
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Royal Crown Derby porcelain kettle, dated 1885.
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The oval, lightly lobed kettle, printed and painted in Imari colours, with shaped panels of birds in trees, and flowering plants, on a larger ground of flowering branches.
Philip Carrol Antiques

Having a short spout decorated with gilt scrollwork, and an overhead handle, with blue and gilt banding.

fig 1. A Victorian Royal Crown Derby porcelain kettle featuring an intricate Imari pattern with cobalt blue, iron-red, and gilt details depicting birds and floral motifs.
fig 1. Royal Crown Derby Kettle, Imari, Dated 1885.

The oval cover, similarly decorated in the Imari style, and surmounted by a gilt edged finial.

Iron red printed factory mark, with date code for 1885. Painted pattern number 198, to both the teapot, and cover.

Length – 24 cm, 9 1/2”.

Height – 18 cm, 7 1/8”.

Width – 12 cm, 4 3/4”.

Condition – Excellent. No damage. No restoration.

Height
24cm (9.45")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated this Royal Crown Derby Imari Kettle to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1174599
Philip Carrol Antiques
Philip Carrol Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2017

Philip carrol antiques was established in 1983

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Archive I A Victorian Royal Crown Derby porcelain kettle featuring an intricate Imari pattern with cobalt blue, iron-red, and gilt details depicting birds and floral motifs. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Royal Crown Derby Kettle, Imari, Dated 1885.

Archive II A Victorian Royal Crown Derby porcelain kettle featuring an intricate Imari pattern with cobalt blue, iron-red, and gilt details depicting birds and floral motifs. View II
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Archive VI A Victorian Royal Crown Derby porcelain kettle featuring an intricate Imari pattern with cobalt blue, iron-red, and gilt details depicting birds and floral motifs. View VI
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Archive VIII A Victorian Royal Crown Derby porcelain kettle featuring an intricate Imari pattern with cobalt blue, iron-red, and gilt details depicting birds and floral motifs. View VIII
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A Victorian Royal Crown Derby porcelain kettle featuring an intricate Imari pattern with cobalt blue, iron-red, and gilt details depicting birds and floral motifs.
Royal Crown Derby kettle, Imari, dated 1885.
Ref: SA1174599
A Victorian Royal Crown Derby porcelain kettle featuring an intricate Imari pattern with cobalt blue, iron-red, and gilt details depicting birds and floral motifs.
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  • ObjectKettles & Teapots
  • Period19th century
  • StyleVictorian Imari
  • MaterialPorcelain, Gilding, Enamel
  • ColourCobalt Blue, Iron-Red, Gold, White
  • MotifsFloral sprays, Perched birds, Gilt scrollwork, Geometric borders
  • SizeH 24 cm (9 in) x W 18 cm (7 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

FAQs

The Imari style originates from Japanese export porcelain produced in Arita and shipped through the port of Imari. English potteries, including Royal Crown Derby, adopted these distinctive iron-red, cobalt-blue, and gilt palettes during the 18th and 19th centuries.

These items were typically crafted from fine bone china or porcelain, hand-painted with underglaze cobalt blue and overglaze iron-red enamels, then highlighted with raised gilding before undergoing multiple kiln firings.

Authenticity is generally verified through factory backstamps, date cyphers impressed or printed on the base, and the characteristic weight, translucency, and precision of the hand-applied gilding.

Such decorative pieces add vibrant colour and historical texture when displayed on open shelving, within glass-fronted cabinets, or used as focal accents on neutral surfaces.

Antique ceramics should be washed by hand using tepid water and a mild, non-abrasive detergent, avoiding dishwashers and harsh chemicals to protect the delicate surface gilding and enamel details.
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