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Antique Porcelain Soup Tureen by Coalport or Coalbrookdale - English Circa 1830
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Antique Porcelain Soup Tureen by Coalport or Coalbrookdale - English Circa 1830

19th century
For Sale by M Cross Antiques
Description

An elegant porcelain oval soup tureen, possibly John Rose Coalport or Coalbrookdale, painted in polychrome with birds and insects, gilt swag borders, 38cm wide, c.1830.

The overall condition is very good with age-related wear and tear. We have noted a small area of wear to the rim of the plate and some light staining to the interior of the tureen. See images for details. Overall, a stunning example.

Physical Dimensions
Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Declaration

M Cross Antiques has dated this Coalport Porcelain Soup Tureen to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
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SA1216562
Dealers Internal Reference
798
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Delivery within the UK mainland (excluding Devon, Cornwall, Scotland & Wales) is free of charge and will be completed by my own privately appointed courier. Please enquire with us for delivery costs if in Devon, Cornwall, Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland.

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Description
An elegant porcelain oval soup tureen, possibly John Rose Coalport or Coalbrookdale, painted in polychrome with birds and insects, gilt swag borders, 38cm wide, c.1830.

The overall condition is very good with age-related wear and tear.

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We have noted a small area of wear to the rim of the plate and some light staining to the interior of the tureen.
M Cross Antiques

See images for details. Overall, a stunning example.

Height
25cm (9.84")
Width
38cm (14.96")
Depth
31cm (12.20")
Date of Manufacture

M Cross Antiques has dated this Coalport Porcelain Soup Tureen to the Regency era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1216562
Dealers Internal Ref
798
M Cross Antiques
M Cross Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2025

We specialise in period furniture, decorative antiques and artwork.

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An antique white porcelain soup tureen featuring hand-painted bird motifs, gilded scroll handles, four scroll feet, and a matching underplate.
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Archive I An antique white porcelain soup tureen featuring hand-painted bird motifs, gilded scroll handles, four scroll feet, and a matching underplate.

Antique Porcelain Soup Tureen by Coalport or Coalbrookdale - English Circa 1830

Archive II An antique white porcelain soup tureen featuring hand-painted bird motifs, gilded scroll handles, four scroll feet, and a matching underplate. View II
Archive III An antique white porcelain soup tureen featuring hand-painted bird motifs, gilded scroll handles, four scroll feet, and a matching underplate. View III
Archive IV An antique white porcelain soup tureen featuring hand-painted bird motifs, gilded scroll handles, four scroll feet, and a matching underplate. View IV
Archive V An antique white porcelain soup tureen featuring hand-painted bird motifs, gilded scroll handles, four scroll feet, and a matching underplate. View V
Archive VI An antique white porcelain soup tureen featuring hand-painted bird motifs, gilded scroll handles, four scroll feet, and a matching underplate. View VI
Archive VII An antique white porcelain soup tureen featuring hand-painted bird motifs, gilded scroll handles, four scroll feet, and a matching underplate. View VII
Archive VIII An antique white porcelain soup tureen featuring hand-painted bird motifs, gilded scroll handles, four scroll feet, and a matching underplate. View VIII
Archive IX An antique white porcelain soup tureen featuring hand-painted bird motifs, gilded scroll handles, four scroll feet, and a matching underplate. View IX
Archive X An antique white porcelain soup tureen featuring hand-painted bird motifs, gilded scroll handles, four scroll feet, and a matching underplate. View X
Archive XI An antique white porcelain soup tureen featuring hand-painted bird motifs, gilded scroll handles, four scroll feet, and a matching underplate. View XI
Archive XII An antique white porcelain soup tureen featuring hand-painted bird motifs, gilded scroll handles, four scroll feet, and a matching underplate. View XII
Archive XIII An antique white porcelain soup tureen featuring hand-painted bird motifs, gilded scroll handles, four scroll feet, and a matching underplate. View XIII
Archive XIV An antique white porcelain soup tureen featuring hand-painted bird motifs, gilded scroll handles, four scroll feet, and a matching underplate. View XIV
Archive XV An antique white porcelain soup tureen featuring hand-painted bird motifs, gilded scroll handles, four scroll feet, and a matching underplate. View XV
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An antique white porcelain soup tureen featuring hand-painted bird motifs, gilded scroll handles, four scroll feet, and a matching underplate.
Antique Porcelain Soup Tureen by Coalport or Coalbrookdale - English Circa 1830
Ref: SA1216562
An antique white porcelain soup tureen featuring hand-painted bird motifs, gilded scroll handles, four scroll feet, and a matching underplate.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectSoup Tureen
  • Period19th century
  • StyleRegency
  • MaterialPorcelain, Gilding, Enamel
  • ColourWhite, Gold, Multicoloured
  • MotifsHand-painted birds, Gilded scroll handles, Four scroll feet, Matching underplate
  • SizeH 25 cm (10 in) x W 38 cm (15 in) x D 31 cm (12 in)

This Regency soup tureen originates from England circa 1830, produced in white porcelain enriched with polychrome enamel decoration and gilding. The piece comprises an oval tureen body with an arched lid and loop finial, two gilded scroll handles on the sides, and four ornate scroll feet that raise the vessel above a matching underplate. The surface displays hand-painted bird motifs amidst branches and flowers, complemented by delicate gilt swag borders around the rim and lid. Visible signs of age include light staining inside the tureen and a small area of wear on the rim of the underplate, alongside standard age-related wear and tear. The complete set measures 25 cm high, 38 cm wide, and 31 cm deep. Positioned on a sideboard top, the tureen serves as a decorative focal point in a dining room or living space, bringing English country house character to traditional interiors. The underplate and covered vessel together create a balanced display, suitable for holding small decorative items or standing empty as a historical mantel or sideboard ornament. The glazed white surface reflects light, while the colourful bird paintings and gold highlights contrast against the white ceramic base.

FAQs

A porcelain soup tureen is a large, deep covered vessel designed for serving soup, stew, or punch, traditionally featuring side handles, a fitted lid, and a matching stand or platter. Popularised during the 18th and 19th centuries in Britain, factories like Coalport and Coalbrookdale crafted these pieces as central elements of formal dinner services.

During this period, manufacturers utilised bone china or soft-paste porcelain, finished with translucent glazes, hand-painted enamel botanical or ornithological illustrations, and accents of applied burnished gold leaf gilding.

Authentic pieces from this era often feature bone china bodies, ornate scrollwork handles, four scroll feet, and hand-painted enamel decoration depicting realistic birds or flora. Factory marks may be absent, printed in blue, or impressed, though attribution frequently relies on characteristic handle shapes and decorative gilding styles.

An antique tureen serves as a refined centrepiece on a dining table or sideboard, either displayed independently or repurposed as a decorative bowl for botanical arrangements and seasonal display.

Wash the porcelain gently by hand using lukewarm water and mild detergent, avoiding abrasive sponges or chemical cleaners that could strip the hand-applied gilding or enamel paintwork. Never place antique porcelain in a dishwasher or microwave.
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