Grossman Estate, Autographs, and Fresh Finds
Lot 218:
Sold for: $175
Description
Bloor Derby porcelain dessert dishes. These early 19th-century heart-shaped dishes are decorated in a traditional Imari palette. Each dish has a scalloped and fluted rim with a gilded edge. The interior is hand-painted with a central floral bouquet in cobalt blue, iron red, and gilt highlights. The surround includes intricate scrolled foliate patterns and repeating diaper panels. The reverse of each dish shows a raised footring following the heart-shaped profile. The dishes were produced during the Robert Bloor period between 1820 and 1848. Marked on the underside. 8″ H x 10″ W.
Location: 18D
Condition report:
Rubbing and wear to the gilding is visible on the raised fluted edges and central floral motifs. The glaze displays small firing inclusions or specks consistent with early 19th-century production. There are no visible chips, cracks, or restorations. The bases feature black and gold foil retailer stickers for An Edith Susskind Antique.
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