Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Vase Painted by Gresley.
Auction Date: March 18, 2022
Sold for: $300
Lot: 3682
Derby, England.
Circa 1960.
Elaborate scroll-form gilt handles applied to sides of deep blue ground ovate vase with short neck under flared rim above waisted and scalloped ankle, on stepped cylindrical foot. Painted in polychrome enamels with extensive bouquet by Cuthbert Gresley (1876 - 1963) to one side, within gilt faux jeweled scrolling cartouche. Verso painted with smaller shaped gilt cartouche and bouquet. Lower body with delicate blooming white-leaved gilt grasses. Domed cover with gilt foliate knop.
Printed red ROYAL CROWN DERBY ENGLAND over crown over crossed swords and W. 8035/1471.
Approximate dimensions: 18 3/4 H. x 8 1/2 W. x 7 D..
Condition: Overall condition is very fine, with shallow chip and related loss to one side of knop. Minimal wear and scratches.