Chelsea Plate with Exotic Birds and Insects
Artist
Chelsea
Datec.1756
Place of ManufactureEngland, Europe
MediumMaterial: porcelain; glaze
DimensionsOverall: 21.6 cm
Base: 11.5 cm
ClassificationsDECORATIVE ART
Credit LineAnn & Joseph Pearson Collection
Object number1979.143.001
DescriptionMoulded plate is painted with very elaborate exotic birds & insects in overglaze red, puce, turquoise, yellow, purple & green enamels. The border is divided into three sections by the use of scrolls painted in puce which are joined end to end to form a triangle pattern, & the rim is painted with turquoise feather border & gilt scrolls.Status
Not on view
1903
