Candlestick from a Writing Set
Factory: Derby Porcelain Manufactory
Soft-paste porcelain, decorated with a dark blue ground, reserves painted in polychrome enamels with birds in landscapes, and gilding
History note: Unknown before donor
Given by Mrs W.D. Dickson
Height: 2 7/8 in
Width: 4 1/8 in
Method of acquisition: Given (1932-10-14) by Dickson, W. D. (Frances Louisa), Mrs
19th Century, second quarter#
George IV
William IV
Production date:
circa
AD 1830
Decoration composed of enamels ( polychrome) gold
presumed lead
Lead-glaze
Soft-paste porcelain
Glazing (coating) : Soft-paste porcelain candlestick, part of a writing set. Decorated in polychrome enamels reserved on a shiny blue ground, and gilt.
Accession number: C.104.5-1932
Primary reference Number: 137185
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Applied Arts
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