John Rose Coalport Candlelight Imari Vine Cup and Saucer c1815

Description

Heading : Coalport porcelain candlelight imari vine tea cup and saucer 
Date : c1815
Period : George III / Regency 
Marks : Underglaze blue cross and dot painters mark
Origin : Shropshire. England
Colour : Polychrome 
Pattern : Candlelight Imari vine 
Features : Heavily gilded 
Condition : Excellent. only minor wear to the gilding
Restoration : None
Dimensions : Tea cup height 6cm and 8cm diameter. 14cm diameter saucer. 
Weight :  211 grams

Reference :New Hall and its Imitators by David Holgate Pg. 93

This is a more elaborate and intensely decorated version of the New Hall imari vine pattern 446. The design has also been heavily influenced by the contemporary Spode candlelight patterns. This is simply stunning