A FLIGHT BARR WORCESTER DESSERT SERVICE

A FLIGHT BARR WORCESTER DESSERT SERVICE

Painted with botanical specimens within spirally moulded borders painted in sepia with lily of the valley and gilding. Flowers are named on the reverse, some pieces wih script marks, 'Flight B and Barr Wor. Manufactures to their Majesties' and incised 'B'.

Consisting of lidded tureen and cover on stand, two oval dishes, two round single handled dishes and twelve plates.

English circa 1800.

Reference: Flight and Barr Worcester porcelain 1783-1840, by Henry Sandon, p.53.

PROVENANCE:

PROVENANCE:

Christie's, London June 20, 1977, Lot 8

Condition:

Condition: The condition is very good with no evidence of damage or repair. There is some rubbing to the gilded edge in some places.

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