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Lovely First Period Worcester Porcelain Blue Scale & Floral Oval Dish C.1770
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Lovely First Period Worcester Porcelain Blue Scale & Floral Oval Dish C.1770

18th century
Sold 10 February 2026 · The Fancy Fox
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A very pretty Worcester oval porcelain dish with a blue scale ground, large central oval reserve with scalloped edge and four shaped reserves intersecting the scale ground, each with ornate gilt frames. Painted with sprays of flowers in lovely bright enamels. Delicate gilt floral sprays ornament the blue ground and the dish is finished with a gilt rim. Blue fretted square mark to the base, c.1770.

Provenance: collection sticker for T. A. Hall, Burnley.

It measures 19.9cm (7 13/16") long, 15.2cm (6") wide and 2.9cm (1 1/8") high. 

Condition is excellent with no damage, repair or restoration and minimal handling wear to either enamels or gilding. There are a couple of very minor glaze faults from firing.

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.9cm (1.14")
Width
19.9cm (7.83")
Depth
15.2cm (5.98")
Declaration

The Fancy Fox has dated this Worcester Porcelain Oval Dish to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1177731
Dealers Internal Reference
RA1060
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Description
A very pretty Worcester oval porcelain dish with a blue scale ground, large central oval reserve with scalloped edge and four shaped reserves intersecting the scale ground, each with ornate gilt frames. Painted with sprays of flowers in lovely bright enamels. Delicate gilt floral sprays ornament the blue ground and the dish is finished with a gilt rim. Blue fretted square mark to the base, c.1770.
fig 1. An oval Worcester porcelain dish featuring a deep blue scale ground with shaped white reserves painted with polychrome floral bouquets and gilt scroll borders.
fig 1. Lovely First Period Worcester Porcelain Blue Scale & Floral Oval Dish C.1770

Provenance: collection sticker for T. A. Hall, Burnley.

It measures 19.9cm (7 13/16") long, 15.2cm (6") wide and 2.9cm (1 1/8") high. 

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Condition is excellent with no damage, repair or restoration and minimal handling wear to either enamels or gilding.
The Fancy Fox

There are a couple of very minor glaze faults from firing.

Height
2.9cm (1.14")
Width
19.9cm (7.83")
Depth
15.2cm (5.98")
Date of Manufacture

The Fancy Fox has dated this Worcester Porcelain Oval Dish to the 18th Century.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1177731
Dealers Internal Ref
RA1060
The Fancy Fox
The Fancy Fox
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2015

Offering fine porcelain and pottery, 18th century and later, silver, glass and other small attractive pieces

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Archive I An oval Worcester porcelain dish featuring a deep blue scale ground with shaped white reserves painted with polychrome floral bouquets and gilt scroll borders. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Lovely First Period Worcester Porcelain Blue Scale & Floral Oval Dish C.1770

Archive II An oval Worcester porcelain dish featuring a deep blue scale ground with shaped white reserves painted with polychrome floral bouquets and gilt scroll borders. View II
Archive III An oval Worcester porcelain dish featuring a deep blue scale ground with shaped white reserves painted with polychrome floral bouquets and gilt scroll borders. View III
Archive IV An oval Worcester porcelain dish featuring a deep blue scale ground with shaped white reserves painted with polychrome floral bouquets and gilt scroll borders. View IV
Archive V An oval Worcester porcelain dish featuring a deep blue scale ground with shaped white reserves painted with polychrome floral bouquets and gilt scroll borders. View V
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An oval Worcester porcelain dish featuring a deep blue scale ground with shaped white reserves painted with polychrome floral bouquets and gilt scroll borders.
Lovely First Period Worcester Porcelain Blue Scale & Floral Oval Dish c.1770
Ref: SA1177731
An oval Worcester porcelain dish featuring a deep blue scale ground with shaped white reserves painted with polychrome floral bouquets and gilt scroll borders.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDecorative Dishes
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian / Rococo Revival
  • MaterialPorcelain, Enamel, Gold gilt
  • ColourBlue and White
  • MotifsBlue scale ground, Polychrome floral bouquets, Gilt scroll borders, Reserved cartouches
  • SizeH 2.9 cm (1 in) x W 19.9 cm (8 in) x D 15.2 cm (6 in)

FAQs

First Period Worcester refers to porcelain produced at the Worcester factory from its founding in 1751 until 1783, known for its experimental paste bodies and exceptional painting.

Early Worcester pieces typically utilised a soapstone (steatite) enriched paste body, which provided greater thermal shock resistance and allowed for delicate potting.

Authenticity is assessed through examination of the paste under magnification, glaze characteristics, hand-painted underglaze blue or enamel details, and characteristic square fret or crescent marks.

Antique ceramics add texture and history when displayed on plate stands, incorporated into gallery walls, or styled within modern cabinetry as focal points.

Antique porcelain should be hand-washed gently in lukewarm water with mild detergent when necessary, avoiding ultrasonic cleaners, harsh chemicals, and prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.
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