Royal Worcester Fruit Plate by R. Sebright for Maple & Co., 1921 (Peaches & Cherries)

1900 - 1920

Sold by Gillers Antiques Ltd

Description

A finely painted Royal Worcester cabinet plate dated 1921, featuring a still life of peaches, cherries and a small blue flower by Richard Sebright. The composition is a classic example of Sebright’s work, with soft shading, balanced colour and strong three-dimensional modelling. The outer border of cobalt and pink is finished with raised gilding.

The plate bears both the Royal Worcester and Maple & Co. marks, indicating a bespoke commission for the prestigious London retailer. A strong, decorative example of early 1920s Worcester fruit painting.

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Historical Background

Sebright’s fruit studies from the early 1920s are considered among his best, showing a mature handling of form and light. Maple & Co. supplied custom-ordered Worcester porcelain to aristocratic households and the royal family, making dual-marked examples appealing to collectors.

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Measurements

• Diameter: 22.5 cm (8.85?)

• Height: 2.7 cm (1.06?)

• Weight: 434 g

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Condition

Very good condition overall. No scratches, enamel losses or gilding wear to the front. The reverse shows light age-related glaze crazing visible only at an angle. Displays beautifully.

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Shipping & Packaging

Tracked and insured delivery.

Professional packaging included.

Customs documentation provided where required.

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Please study all photographs as they form part of the description. Questions are welcome.

Physical Dimensions

Height

2.7cm (1.06")

Width

22.5cm (8.86")

Depth

22.5cm (8.86")

Declaration

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this piece to the Edwardian era.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1179623

Dealers Internal Reference

B1525

Description

A finely painted Royal Worcester cabinet plate dated 1921, featuring a still life of peaches, cherries and a small blue flower by Richard Sebright.

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The composition is a classic example of Sebright’s work, with soft shading, balanced colour and strong three-dimensional modelling.

Gillers Antiques Ltd

The outer border of cobalt and pink is finished with raised gilding.

fig 1. Royal Worcester Fruit Plate by R. Sebright for Maple & Co., 1921 (Peaches & Cherries)

The plate bears both the Royal Worcester and Maple & Co. marks, indicating a bespoke commission for the prestigious London retailer. A strong, decorative example of early 1920s Worcester fruit painting.

fig 2. Royal Worcester Fruit Plate by R. Sebright for Maple & Co., 1921 (Peaches & Cherries)

Historical Background

Sebright’s fruit studies from the early 1920s are considered among his best, showing a mature handling of form and light. Maple & Co. supplied custom-ordered Worcester porcelain to aristocratic households and the royal family, making dual-marked examples appealing to collectors.

fig 3. Royal Worcester Fruit Plate by R. Sebright for Maple & Co., 1921 (Peaches & Cherries)

Measurements

• Diameter: 22.5 cm (8.85?)

• Height: 2.7 cm (1.06?)

• Weight: 434 g

Condition

Very good condition overall. No scratches, enamel losses or gilding wear to the front. The reverse shows light age-related glaze crazing visible only at an angle. Displays beautifully.