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Stunning First Period Worcester Porcelain James Giles Urn Vase Dessert Dish C.1770
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Stunning First Period Worcester Porcelain James Giles Urn Vase Dessert Dish C.1770

18th century
Sold 3 June 2025 · The Fancy Fox
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A stunning Worcester porcelain lobed dessert dish / soup plate with a rich "wet" blue ground and decorated in the London atelier of James Giles. Raised and tooled gilding of a gilt grape vine running around the outer edge and a stylised border framing the circular central reserve. The centre is painted with a large neoclassical urn style vase set on a stepped base. Sprays of garden flowers in bright enamels spill out from the top with others scattered around the base. A couple of other small sprigs are used to hide tiny kiln spots in the glaze. Blue hatched square mark to the base, c.1770.

It measures 21.5cm (8 1/2") wide and 3.2cm (1 1/4") high.

In excellent condition with no damage or repair and very minor handling wear.

Date of Manufacture

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
3.2cm (1.26")
Width
21.5cm (8.46")
Depth
21.5cm (8.46")
Reference Numbers
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SA1145975
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FA1832
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A stunning Worcester porcelain lobed dessert dish / soup plate with a rich "wet" blue ground and decorated in the London atelier of James Giles.
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Raised and tooled gilding of a gilt grape vine running around the outer edge and a stylised border framing the circular central reserve.
The Fancy Fox

The centre is painted with a large neoclassical urn style vase set on a stepped base. Sprays of garden flowers in bright enamels spill out from the top with others scattered around the base. A couple of other small sprigs are used to hide tiny kiln spots in the glaze. Blue hatched square mark to the base, c.1770.

It measures 21.5cm (8 1/2") wide and 3.2cm (1 1/4") high.

In excellent condition with no damage or repair and very minor handling wear.

Date of Manufacture

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

Height
3.2cm (1.26")
Width
21.5cm (8.46")
Depth
21.5cm (8.46")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1145975
Dealers Internal Ref
FA1832
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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An 18th century Worcester porcelain dessert dish featuring a deep blue border with gilt vine leaves, surrounding a central hand-painted urn motif filled with flowers. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An 18th century Worcester porcelain dessert dish featuring a deep blue border with gilt vine leaves, surrounding a central hand-painted urn motif filled with flowers. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Stunning First Period Worcester Porcelain James Giles Urn Vase Dessert Dish C.1770

Archive II An 18th century Worcester porcelain dessert dish featuring a deep blue border with gilt vine leaves, surrounding a central hand-painted urn motif filled with flowers. View II
Archive III An 18th century Worcester porcelain dessert dish featuring a deep blue border with gilt vine leaves, surrounding a central hand-painted urn motif filled with flowers. View III
Archive IV An 18th century Worcester porcelain dessert dish featuring a deep blue border with gilt vine leaves, surrounding a central hand-painted urn motif filled with flowers. View IV
Archive V An 18th century Worcester porcelain dessert dish featuring a deep blue border with gilt vine leaves, surrounding a central hand-painted urn motif filled with flowers. View V
Archive VI An 18th century Worcester porcelain dessert dish featuring a deep blue border with gilt vine leaves, surrounding a central hand-painted urn motif filled with flowers. View VI
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An 18th century Worcester porcelain dessert dish featuring a deep blue border with gilt vine leaves, surrounding a central hand-painted urn motif filled with flowers.
Stunning First Period Worcester Porcelain James Giles Urn Vase Dessert Dish c.1770
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An 18th century Worcester porcelain dessert dish featuring a deep blue border with gilt vine leaves, surrounding a central hand-painted urn motif filled with flowers.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectDessert Dish
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialSoft-paste porcelain, Gold leaf, Enamel paint
  • ColourDeep Blue and Gold
  • MotifsScalloped rim, Gilt vine leaf pattern, Central urn motif, Hand-painted floral bouquet
  • SizeH 3.2 cm (1 in) x W 21.5 cm (8 in) x D 21.5 cm (8 in)

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First Period Worcester porcelain refers to items manufactured at the Worcester factory between 1751 and 1783, known for fine paste and intricate underglaze blue or polychrome enamelling. Independent decorator James Giles operated a London studio that embellished blank Worcester porcelain with lavish gilding, exotic birds, and botanical motifs.

These pieces were crafted using a soaprock or soft-paste porcelain formula that allowed for delicate potting and translucent qualities. Decoration was typically applied by hand using mineral-based enamel colours combined with heavy fire-gilding, often fixed in a muffle kiln.

Authentic pieces often feature period crescent marks, square seal marks, or disguised numerals under the glaze, alongside characteristic crazing, kiln grit on foot rims, and subtle wear consistent with age. Examination under ultraviolet light helps reveal restoration or modern repairs.

Antique cabinet plates add historic texture and colour when mounted on specialist wall brackets, displayed vertically in glazed wooden display cabinets, or supported by brass stands on side tables to create focal points in traditional or eclectic rooms.

Antique porcelain requires gentle hand washing in lukewarm water using mild, non-ionic detergent when strictly necessary, avoiding ultrasonic cleaners and abrasive cloths. Items should be kept away from direct sunlight and dramatic temperature fluctuations to protect the fragile enamel and gilding.
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