Chocolate cup and saucer, possibly painted by William Billingsley (1758- )
Manufacturer
Derby Porcelain Factory
(English, 1755 - 1811)
Artist
William Duesbury II
(English, 1763-1797)
CultureEnglish
OriginDerby, Derbyshire, England
Datec.1790-1795
Mediumsoft-paste porcelain, enamel, and gold.
DimensionsOverall (G83.1.1120.1&2): 5 1/2 x 4 1/2 in. (14 x 11.5 cm)
Overall (G83.1.1120.3): 1 x 6 1/2 in. (2.5 x 16.5 cm)
MarkingsCrown, crossed batons and script “D” and gilder’s mark 12 for Jonathan Duesbury in puce enamel
DescriptionDerby single handle chocolate cup and cover and stand with brilliant yellow ground and intricate yellow borders. The cup has a double entwined gilt handle, the cover with gilt loop finial. The front of the cup is superbly painted by William Billingsley with a basket of flowers resting on a stone ledge.
Credit LineGift of George and Helen Gardiner
Object numberG83.1.1120.1,2-3
Classifications
European CeramicsSub-classification
English PorcelainCollections
Status
Not on view
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