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Fine Derby Porcelain Figure of a Flower Seller, Model No. 8, C. 1780–1784
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Fine Derby Porcelain Figure of a Flower Seller, Model No. 8, C. 1780–1784

18th century
For Sale by Ritas Bazaar
Description

A finely modelled Derby porcelain figure of a seated flower seller, dating to circa 1780–1784. The figure is shown holding two flowers and a basket filled with finely painted blossoms, representing a charming pastoral subject of the late 18th century. The decoration displays strong colour fields with generous gilding, characteristic of Derby work of the period.

The model belongs to the documented Derby group “Seated boy and girl with fruit and flowers”, identified in catalogues as model no. 8. Originally conceived as a pair, the present figure is the female companion with a basket of flowers. The design derives from models by Michel-Victor Acier for Meissen and was adopted at Derby.

The group is recorded in the Derby sale catalogue of 17 April 1771 (lot 35), confirming early production and popularity. The model remained commercially successful and continued to be reissued into the first quarter of the 19th century, including versions in bone china, and was also adapted as chamber candlesticks.

This identification is supported by Clifford (1969) and William King (1925).

Figures from this series remain highly collectible, particularly as elements of a documented pair, but are equally appreciated as individual cabinet pieces when retaining strong colour and original gilding.

Measurements

Height 13.5 cm

Weight 255 g

Condition

One handle of the basket missing, otherwise in excellent condition.

Shipping & Packaging

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description.

If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them.

The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance.

It is important to note that shipping costs include labour, packaging and postage.

Physical Dimensions
Height
13.5cm (5.31")
Declaration

Ritas Bazaar has dated this Derby Porcelain Flower Seller to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1208078
Dealers Internal Reference
B1700
Description
A finely modelled Derby porcelain figure of a seated flower seller, dating to circa 1780–1784.
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The figure is shown holding two flowers and a basket filled with finely painted blossoms, representing a charming pastoral subject of the late 18th century.
Ritas Bazaar

The decoration displays strong colour fields with generous gilding, characteristic of Derby work of the period.

fig 1. An eighteenth-century Derby porcelain figurine depicting a seated female flower seller wearing a yellow bonnet and patterned skirt while holding a small basket of flowers.
fig 1. Fine Derby Porcelain Figure of a Flower Seller, Model No. 8, C. 1780–1784

The model belongs to the documented Derby group “Seated boy and girl with fruit and flowers”, identified in catalogues as model no. 8. Originally conceived as a pair, the present figure is the female companion with a basket of flowers. The design derives from models by Michel-Victor Acier for Meissen and was adopted at Derby.

fig 2. An eighteenth-century Derby porcelain figurine depicting a seated female flower seller wearing a yellow bonnet and patterned skirt while holding a small basket of flowers.
fig 2. Fine Derby Porcelain Figure of a Flower Seller, Model No. 8, C. 1780–1784

The group is recorded in the Derby sale catalogue of 17 April 1771 (lot 35), confirming early production and popularity. The model remained commercially successful and continued to be reissued into the first quarter of the 19th century, including versions in bone china, and was also adapted as chamber candlesticks.

fig 3. An eighteenth-century Derby porcelain figurine depicting a seated female flower seller wearing a yellow bonnet and patterned skirt while holding a small basket of flowers.
fig 3. Fine Derby Porcelain Figure of a Flower Seller, Model No. 8, C. 1780–1784

This identification is supported by Clifford (1969) and William King (1925).

Figures from this series remain highly collectible, particularly as elements of a documented pair, but are equally appreciated as individual cabinet pieces when retaining strong colour and original gilding.

fig 4. An eighteenth-century Derby porcelain figurine depicting a seated female flower seller wearing a yellow bonnet and patterned skirt while holding a small basket of flowers.
fig 4. Fine Derby Porcelain Figure of a Flower Seller, Model No. 8, C. 1780–1784

Measurements

Height 13.5 cm

Weight 255 g

Condition

One handle of the basket missing, otherwise in excellent condition.

Shipping & Packaging

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description.

If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them.

The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance.

It is important to note that shipping costs include labour, packaging and postage.

Height
13.5cm (5.31")
Date of Manufacture

Ritas Bazaar has dated this Derby Porcelain Flower Seller to the Georgian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1208078
Dealers Internal Ref
B1700
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Archive I An eighteenth-century Derby porcelain figurine depicting a seated female flower seller wearing a yellow bonnet and patterned skirt while holding a small basket of flowers.

Fine Derby Porcelain Figure of a Flower Seller, Model No. 8, C. 1780–1784

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An eighteenth-century Derby porcelain figurine depicting a seated female flower seller wearing a yellow bonnet and patterned skirt while holding a small basket of flowers.
Fine Derby porcelain figure of a flower seller, model no. 8, c. 1780–1784
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An eighteenth-century Derby porcelain figurine depicting a seated female flower seller wearing a yellow bonnet and patterned skirt while holding a small basket of flowers.
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Produced in England during the late 18th century, Derby porcelain figures represented pastoral, classical, and allegorical subjects crafted for table decorations and display cabinets in wealthy Georgian households.

These figurines were created using soft-paste porcelain, painted by hand with overglaze enamels, and detailed with hand-applied gilding before final firing.

Collectors inspect patch marks on the underside base, model numbers incised into the paste, characteristic soft-paste glaze warmth, and period-appropriate enamel palette details.

Small antique ceramics function effectively within curated glass display cabinets, styled alongside art books on a bookshelf, or positioned on a mantelpiece.

Clean gently using a soft, dry camel-hair brush to remove dust, avoiding immersion in water or abrasive chemicals that may degrade overglaze enamels and gilding.
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