This figurine was made at the Chelsea factory, or perhaps it is a professional imitation of Chelsea from the early 19th century. Even if it is an imitation of Chelsea, the quality of the work of the porcelain makers and artists allows us to put this figurine on a par with the works of the early Chelsea.
The porcelain factory at Chelsea was among the first and most significant established in England after the European discovery of soft-paste porcelain. Made for the wealthiest clients, its primary outputs were sumptuous ornaments and tableware influenced by the German and Sèvres porcelain of the continent.

Well before the Derby Porcelain acquisition Chelsea’s reputation for quality products had been envied the world over, and a great many rival companies sought to capitalise on that reputation by marking their own wares with a mark similar to the Chelsea anchor mark. In this case, there’s a small possibility that the piece is a high quality imitation; imitations of this quality were only achieved by firms such as Samson, which were themselves leaders abroad.
Excellent condition, imperceptible small loss on the leaves of the flowers, small chop only visible under magnifying glass of tip of pinkie on left hand, wonderful condition for a piece from the 18th century, paint and gilt are in great condition

This piece dates to 1820.

16 cm
Sold in the condition as shown in the description and photos. Please carefully regard all photos and make any queries before bidding
Item will be sent fully tracked and insured.