Chelsea Porcelain Kakiemon Tea Bowl and Saucer 1752-55

Heading : A Chelsea porcelain “Octagon Old Japan” tea bowl and saucer
Date : 1752-1755
Period : George II
Marks :Stilt marks on the bases
Origin : Chelsea. London
Colour : Kakiemon palette. white scrollwork within red panels. Alternate floral panels
Pattern : The 1755 Chelsea sale catalogue lists these as “Octagon Old Japan”
Condition : There are two circular patches on one panel where the glaze has not taken (shown in images)
Restoration : None
Dimensions : Saucer 12.5cms across. the tea bowl 6.5cms wide
Weight : 160 grams

The pattern is illustrated in Chelsea Porcelain at Williamsburg p.63 – John Austin.