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Chelsea Porcelain Bust of Spring, C. 1755.
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Chelsea Porcelain Bust of Spring, C. 1755.

18th century
Sold 30 June 2025 · Philip Carrol Antiques
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A rare Chelsea porcelain bust of Spring, c. 1755. Modelled as the bust of a Classical Goddess, with seperately modelled garland of flowers in her hair. Set upon a high pedestal architectural base, the moulding with gilt detail.

Red anchor mark to the reverse.

For a set of ‘bustos of heathen gods and godesses’ see, ‘F. Severne Mackenna, Chelsea Porcelain The Red Anchor Wares (1951), pl 54, fig 108.

Height – 10.2 cm, 4”.

Width – 3.7 cm, 1 1/2”.

Depth – 3.7 cm, 1 1/2”.

Condition – Head re attached, chip to nose, bust re attached to base. Chips to base and floral garland – please see images for detail.

I personally prefer to see a rare piece of antique porcelain in its aged condition, and this example still displays well. Even so, if it is your preference, the bust can be restored.

Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated this Antique Porcelain Bust to the 18th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
10.2cm (4.02")
Width
3.7cm (1.46")
Depth
3.7cm (1.46")
Reference Numbers
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SA1138031
Description
A rare Chelsea porcelain bust of Spring, c. 1755.
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Modelled as the bust of a Classical Goddess, with seperately modelled garland of flowers in her hair.
Philip Carrol Antiques

Set upon a high pedestal architectural base, the moulding with gilt detail.

fig 1. An antique glazed porcelain bust featuring a female figure adorned with a floral wreath and a turquoise garment, mounted on a squared pedestal base accented with gilding.
fig 1. Chelsea Porcelain Bust of Spring, C. 1755.

Red anchor mark to the reverse.

For a set of ‘bustos of heathen gods and godesses’ see, ‘F. Severne Mackenna, Chelsea Porcelain The Red Anchor Wares (1951), pl 54, fig 108.

Height – 10.2 cm, 4”.

Width – 3.7 cm, 1 1/2”.

fig 2. An antique glazed porcelain bust featuring a female figure adorned with a floral wreath and a turquoise garment, mounted on a squared pedestal base accented with gilding.
fig 2. Chelsea Porcelain Bust of Spring, C. 1755.

Depth – 3.7 cm, 1 1/2”.

Condition – Head re attached, chip to nose, bust re attached to base. Chips to base and floral garland – please see images for detail.

I personally prefer to see a rare piece of antique porcelain in its aged condition, and this example still displays well. Even so, if it is your preference, the bust can be restored.

Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated this Antique Porcelain Bust to the 18th Century.

Height
10.2cm (4.02")
Width
3.7cm (1.46")
Depth
3.7cm (1.46")
Reference Numbers
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SA1138031
Philip Carrol Antiques
Philip Carrol Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2017

Philip carrol antiques was established in 1983

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Archive I An antique glazed porcelain bust featuring a female figure adorned with a floral wreath and a turquoise garment, mounted on a squared pedestal base accented with gilding. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Chelsea Porcelain Bust of Spring, C. 1755.

Archive II An antique glazed porcelain bust featuring a female figure adorned with a floral wreath and a turquoise garment, mounted on a squared pedestal base accented with gilding. View II
Archive III An antique glazed porcelain bust featuring a female figure adorned with a floral wreath and a turquoise garment, mounted on a squared pedestal base accented with gilding. View III
Archive IV An antique glazed porcelain bust featuring a female figure adorned with a floral wreath and a turquoise garment, mounted on a squared pedestal base accented with gilding. View IV
Archive V An antique glazed porcelain bust featuring a female figure adorned with a floral wreath and a turquoise garment, mounted on a squared pedestal base accented with gilding. View V
Archive VI An antique glazed porcelain bust featuring a female figure adorned with a floral wreath and a turquoise garment, mounted on a squared pedestal base accented with gilding. View VI
Archive VII An antique glazed porcelain bust featuring a female figure adorned with a floral wreath and a turquoise garment, mounted on a squared pedestal base accented with gilding. View VII
Archive VIII An antique glazed porcelain bust featuring a female figure adorned with a floral wreath and a turquoise garment, mounted on a squared pedestal base accented with gilding. View VIII
Archive IX An antique glazed porcelain bust featuring a female figure adorned with a floral wreath and a turquoise garment, mounted on a squared pedestal base accented with gilding. View IX
Archive X An antique glazed porcelain bust featuring a female figure adorned with a floral wreath and a turquoise garment, mounted on a squared pedestal base accented with gilding. View X
Archive XI An antique glazed porcelain bust featuring a female figure adorned with a floral wreath and a turquoise garment, mounted on a squared pedestal base accented with gilding. View XI
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An antique glazed porcelain bust featuring a female figure adorned with a floral wreath and a turquoise garment, mounted on a squared pedestal base accented with gilding.
Chelsea porcelain bust of Spring, c. 1755.
Ref: SA1138031
An antique glazed porcelain bust featuring a female figure adorned with a floral wreath and a turquoise garment, mounted on a squared pedestal base accented with gilding.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectSculptures & Figurines
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSoft-paste porcelain, enamel, gold leaf
  • ColourMulticolour
  • MotifsFloral garland, Draped garment, Pedestal base, Gilded accents
  • SizeH 10.2 cm (4 in) x W 3.7 cm (1 in) x D 3.7 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Early English porcelain production began in the mid-18th century, with factories like Chelsea drawing inspiration from Meissen prototypes to create delicate figures and allegorical representations.

These pieces were typically composed of a soft-paste porcelain formula containing glass frit, chalk, and white clay, shaped in multi-part moulds and finished with hand-applied enamel colours and gilding.

Authentic pieces often exhibit characteristic glaze imperfections, crazing, soft translucency when held to the light, and stylistic modelling traits consistent with known 18th-century factory outputs.

Displaying the piece on a mantelpiece, bookshelf, or side table introduces classical elegance and a focal point of historical craftsmanship within a modern room scheme.

Keep the object away from direct sunlight and dramatic temperature fluctuations, clean it only with a soft, dry brush, and avoid submerging it in water to protect fragile enamels and gilding.
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