Derby porcelain refers to the fine porcelain produced by the Derby factory in Derby, England, from the mid-18th century to the early 19th century with the exact start and authorship remaining uncertain. The production of porcelain in Derby actually predates the work by Andrew Planche and William Duesbury in 1756, who joined Andrew Planche and John Heath in creating the Nottingham Road factory, later known as Royal Crown Derby and it quickly became one of the leading porcelain manufacturers in England.

The early Derby porcelain was heavily influenced by the Meissen factory in Germany, and featured finely detailed, brightly colored painted scenes, often with ornate gilding. Some of the most popular early designs included figurines, tableware, and vases, which were often adorned with floral motifs, landscapes, and other decorative elements.

In the late 18th century, the factory began to produce more innovative designs, including the famous "Crown Derby" pattern, more...

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A Derby porcelain figure of Sir John Falstaff, circa 1770…

Derby porcelain Sir John Falstaff figure

A Derby porcelain figure of Sir John Falstaff, circa 1770 standing holding a shield and metal sword, red mark, 30 cm high

Derby early 19th century figure of a boy with a hat of fruit.…

Fruit Hat Boy Figurine from Derby, 19th Century

Derby early 19th century figure of a boy with a hat of fruit. Height 13 cm

Derby 18th century pair of figures of spring and autumn. Height…

Pair of 18th Century Spring and Autumn Figures

Derby 18th century pair of figures of spring and autumn. Height 13 cm

Pair of 18th century Derby figures, ex Gwen Smith collection -…

18th Century Derby Figures from Gwen Smith Collection

Pair of 18th century Derby figures, ex Gwen Smith collection - Leicester. Incised N123 to base

A mid-18th century Derby porcelain allegorical figure of…

Derby Porcelain Justice Figure, 18th Century

A mid-18th century Derby porcelain allegorical figure of Justice, modelled wearing a yellow cloak and a flowered dress holding sword in one hand, standing on pierced scroll and shell moulded base, unmarked. Christies November 1995 as lot 1195. 32 cm high

A Duesbury Derby figure of the God of mercury, modelled of…

Duesbury Derby Figure of Mercury

A Duesbury Derby figure of the God of mercury, modelled of standing in a winged helmet scantily clad in loose decorated robes on rococo base. Provenance: Eric Dare collection 15th November Christies 1995 as lot 1231. 33 cm high

A Chelsea Derby figure modelled of cherub. On rococo base with…

Cherub Derby Figure on Rococo Base

A Chelsea Derby figure modelled of cherub. On rococo base with brocage. 15 cm high

A late 18th century Derby figure of justice. A classical female…

18th Century Derby Figure of Justice

A late 18th century Derby figure of justice. A classical female bearing sword and scales in drapery and flowered green robe, standing barefoot on rococo mound of shells and scrolls. 28 cm high

A Derby porcelain figure of a young man, English, 18th century.…

18th Century Derby Porcelain Young Man Figure

A Derby porcelain figure of a young man, English, 18th century. 20 cm high

Antique Chelsea Derby figure of a shepherd with bagpipe, 23 cm…

Chelsea Derby Shepherd with Bagpipe Figurine

Antique Chelsea Derby figure of a shepherd with bagpipe, 23 cm high

A pair of Bloor Derby figures, circa 1825, unmarked, the…

Bloor Derby Milkmaid and Milkman Figures

A pair of Bloor Derby figures, circa 1825, unmarked, the country style milkmaid and milkman modelling broad sunhats, the woman with a gilt over cobalt skirt and the gentleman with a similarly decorated coat, original milk churns and yoke now absent; both…

A Derby figurine of 'Cybele With a Lion', circa 1756/7, from…

Cybele and Lion Derby Figurine

A Derby figurine of 'Cybele With a Lion', circa 1756/7, from the Derby patch mark period, from the rare 'pale family' models with the crowned figurine in floral drapery supported by a lion and carrying a cornucopia spilling fruits, upon a raised pierced…

A Pair of Derby figures, each modelled of dancers wearing 18th…

18th Century Derby Dancer Figures on Rococo Base

A Pair of Derby figures, each modelled of dancers wearing 18th century costume on a rococo base. Circa 1780. 33 cm high

A Duesbury Derby figure. Modelled of young man carrying a…

Young Man with Basket Derby Figure

A Duesbury Derby figure. Modelled of young man carrying a basket and wearing bright yellow britches, on a small Rococo base. 21 cm high.

A Derby figure of a putti with flowers on his head and also a…

Derby Putti Figure with Flowers and Basket

A Derby figure of a putti with flowers on his head and also a basket of flowers. Standing on a small rococo base with a bocage behind. Patch marks, circa 1770. Height 13 cm

Group of three 18th century Derby figurines

18th Century Derby Trio Figurines

Group of three 18th century Derby figurines

A pair of Derby Bagpipe and Lute playing figurines, circa 1765,…

Derby Bagpipe and Lute Figurines, 1765

A pair of Derby Bagpipe and Lute playing figurines, circa 1765, the seated bagpiper with a dog at his foot and a female lutenist with a sheep beside her, both decorated in semi translucent emerald green and floral embellished clothing upon rocaille…

Derby C.1820 porcelain figure of 'The Welsh Taylor's Wife'…

Welsh Taylor's Wife Porcelain Figure, c.1820

Derby C.1820 porcelain figure of 'The Welsh Taylor's Wife' approx 14 cm high

A rare Rockingham porcelain figure, circa 1830 and a Derby…

Rare Rockingham and Derby Porcelain Figures

A rare Rockingham porcelain figure, circa 1830 and a Derby porcelain figure, circa 1765, the Rockingham figure depicting a shepherdess feeding sheep, with red printed Griffin mark to the base, inscribed 'no. 5'; the Derby figure depicting a woman seated…

A Derby porcelain figure of a maid, English, 18th century,…

18th & 19th Century Porcelain Figures

A Derby porcelain figure of a maid, English, 18th century, together with a German gilded porcelain figure, 19th century, the largest figure 27 cm high

Derby porcelain 18th century figure of Cupid kneeling on a…

18th Century Derby Porcelain Cupid Figure

Derby porcelain 18th century figure of Cupid kneeling on a scrolled shell base & holding a heart, some losses to the wings, flowers & candle nozzle. Height 20.5 cm

A pair of Derby 'French shepherd' porcelain figures, circa 1790,…

French Shepherd Porcelain Figures, Derby 1790

A pair of Derby 'French shepherd' porcelain figures, circa 1790, modelled as a boy and girl, the boy with a leaping puppy, the girl with a lamb, both raised on naturalistic stump bases and painted in colours, patch marks to bases, 17 cm height. Notes:…

A Derby bisque porcelain figure group, circa 1880. Intricately…

Cherubs with Bird Cages and Nest Figure Group

A Derby bisque porcelain figure group, circa 1880. Intricately modelled as cherubs with bird cages and a nest of birds nestled within the foliate branches of a tree and trunk, set upon a shaped base, 24.5 cm high.

A pair of Derby porcelain figures of musicians, circa 1760-1765.…

18th Century Derby Porcelain Musicians

A pair of Derby porcelain figures of musicians, circa 1760-1765. Typically modelled in century dress playing flute, triangle and tambourine, each with floral bocage and stump on a rocaille base, 27 cm height.notes: Purchased from Klabe & Klaber London.

A Derby porcelain figure of a Gardener, circa 1765-1770,…

Derby Porcelain Gardener Figure with Rocaille Base

A Derby porcelain figure of a Gardener, circa 1765-1770, modelled with spade and watering can at foot in front of a stump and floral bocage, set upon a floral encrusted and pierced rocaille base, 25 cm high.

A large Derby porcelain figure of Jupiter with eagle, circa…

Derby Porcelain Figure of Jupiter with Eagle, Rococo Base

A large Derby porcelain figure of Jupiter with eagle, circa 1765-1770, modelled in flowing green cloak and polychrome painted robes, set upon a rococo rocaille base, 39 cm high. Provenance: Purchased from Spencers Antiques Devon, England, 1976.

A Samson of Paris Porcelain perfume bottle in the Derby style,…

Samson Paris Porcelain Perfume Bottle with Derby-style Figurines

A Samson of Paris Porcelain perfume bottle in the Derby style, 19th century, a charming figural bottle with three 18th century attired figures and a small dog in bright enamel colours clambering about a flower encrusted shrub, surmounted by a bee stopper;…

A pair of Bloor Derby figures of a shepherd and shepherdess,…

Bloor Derby Shepherd and Shepherdess Figures with Vitrines

A pair of Bloor Derby figures of a shepherd and shepherdess, circa 1825 (4). A pair of Bloor Derby figures of a shepherd and shepherdess, circa 1825 the shepherd modelled standing leaning against a tree stump with a basket of fruit, a seated dog by his…

A Derby figure modelled of Neptune together with a Chelsea…

Neptune and Lady: Derby and Chelsea Figures

A Derby figure modelled of Neptune together with a Chelsea Derby figure modelled of a lady. 21 cm & 18.5 cm

A Derby brocage figure of a bagpiper with a dog at his feet,…

Derby Bagpiper Brocage Figure with Dog, 1760

A Derby brocage figure of a bagpiper with a dog at his feet, base inscribed No 284, circa 1760. 18 cm high

A Derby figure of Britannia and her lion, circa 1760. 34.5 cm…

Derby Britannia and Lion Figure (1760)

A Derby figure of Britannia and her lion, circa 1760. 34.5 cm high

A Derby figure of Minerva, the goddess of war, circa 1760. 36…

Derby Minerva Figure, 1760

A Derby figure of Minerva, the goddess of war, circa 1760. 36 cm high

A pair of Derby figures of 'The Dresden Shepherd and…

Derby Dresden Shepherd and Shepherdess Figures (Pair)

A pair of Derby figures of 'The Dresden Shepherd and Shepherdess', circa 1760. 23 cm high (2)

A pair of Derby figures of 'The Garland Shepherd and…

Derby Garland Shepherd and Shepherdess, 1760

A pair of Derby figures of 'The Garland Shepherd and Shepherdess' circa 1760. 29 cm high (2)

A Derby figure group 'Jason and Medea at the Altar of Diana',…

Jason and Medea at Diana's Altar

A Derby figure group 'Jason and Medea at the Altar of Diana', circa 1760. 33 cm high

A Derby figure of a young man emblematic of Autumn from 'The…

Derby Figure: Young Man, Autumn, Classical Seasons

A Derby figure of a young man emblematic of Autumn from 'The Classical Seasons', circa 1760. 27 cm high

A Derby figure of Leda and the Swan, circa 1760. 27 cm high

Derby Leda and Swan Figure, circa 1760

A Derby figure of Leda and the Swan, circa 1760. 27 cm high

A pair of Derby figures of a seated boy and girl, emblematic of…

Derby Figures: Spring and Autumn Emblematic Children

A pair of Derby figures of a seated boy and girl, emblematic of Spring and Autumn, circa 1760, 12 cm and 13 cm high (2)

A Derby figure of a young lady holding a basket of fruit and…

Derby Lady with Fruit and Flowers Basket

A Derby figure of a young lady holding a basket of fruit and flowers, circa 1760. 22 cm high

A Derby figure of a seated dog, circa 1760. 5 cm high

Derby Seated Dog Figure, 1760

A Derby figure of a seated dog, circa 1760. 5 cm high

A Derby figure of a bagpiper with a dog and sheep, circa 1760.…

Bagpiper with Dog and Sheep Derby Figure

A Derby figure of a bagpiper with a dog and sheep, circa 1760. 28 cm high

A pair of Derby figural candlesticks of a young woman and her…

Derby Figural Candlesticks, 1760

A pair of Derby figural candlesticks of a young woman and her companion, circa 1760. 26 cm high (2)

A pair of Derby figures of a young lady and her companion, each…

Derby Sweetmeat Box Figures

A pair of Derby figures of a young lady and her companion, each holding an open sweetmeat box; The Flower Sellers, circa 1760. 23 cm high (2)

A Derby figure of 'Time Clipping the Wings of Love', circa 1760.…

Time Clipping Love's Wings

A Derby figure of 'Time Clipping the Wings of Love', circa 1760. 30 cm high

A Derby figure of Minerva, the goddess of war, circa 1760. 34…

Derby Minerva Figure, 1760

A Derby figure of Minerva, the goddess of war, circa 1760. 34 cm high

A Derby figure of a gentleman Bagpiper, circa 1760s, the seated…

Derby Gentleman Bagpiper Figure - 1760s

A Derby figure of a gentleman Bagpiper, circa 1760s, the seated figure attired in iron red floral breeches and a lemon floral frock coat, with a dog at his feet and supported upon a flower encrusted tree trunk and a moulded base; with four patch marks to…

A Derby figure of a shepherdess mandolin player, circa 1760s,…

Derby Shepherdess Mandolin Player Figurine

A Derby figure of a shepherdess mandolin player, circa 1760s, the seated shepherdess in a floral sprigged dress and a summer hat, in apple green, orange and puce colours upon a flower encrusted tree trunk and base, a well modelled sheep at her side; four…

A Derby pair of 'Ranelagh Dancers', circa 1760-70, a gallant…

Derby Ranelagh Dancers Figurine Pair

A Derby pair of 'Ranelagh Dancers', circa 1760-70, a gallant and his companion, he in a tricorn hat, patterned orange hose with a striped doublet, a floral jacket and cape, she with a pink bodice and floral sprigged skirt, both holding posies, with bocage…

A Derby boy figure Emblematic of Summer, circa 1760s, from the…

Derby Boy Figure in Summer Attire

A Derby boy figure Emblematic of Summer, circa 1760s, from the Seasons, and depicting a seated boy in breeches and a frock coat in apple green and iron red colours and wearing a wheat ear wreath about his head, holding wheat sheaves in his hands with a…

A Derby figure of 'Minerva', circa 1755-60, the warrior style…

Derby Minerva Figure, 1755-60

A Derby figure of 'Minerva', circa 1755-60, the warrior style female figure her right arm raised and her left holding a masked shield, wearing a scale form breastplate, a brimmed feathered hat and a floral skirt with a flowing cape and Roman sandals,…

A Derby shepherdess figure, circa 1756-1760, the delightful…

Derby Shepherdess Figure, 18th Century

A Derby shepherdess figure, circa 1756-1760, the delightful 'pale family' figure of an animated shepherdess with a floral skirt and a perky hat and decorated in fresh apple green, pink and lemon tones, a small lamb at her feet and raised upon a footed…

A Derby figural candlestick, circa 1755-1760, depicting a boy…

Derby Figural Candlestick with Boy Piper and Flowers

A Derby figural candlestick, circa 1755-1760, depicting a boy piper attired in floral breeches with a frock coat and hat, decorated in pastel colours including yellow and green and raised upon a mounded rococo base with a supporting tree trunk and…

A fine and rare Derby biscuit figural group, 'Four Cupids…

Derby Biscuit Figural Group: Four Cupids Hunting

A fine and rare Derby biscuit figural group, 'Four Cupids hunting', circa 1770, the four figures carrying various hunting accoutrements around a finely encrusted tree and raised upon a rocky floral base; incised numerals 257 underside. Height 23.5 cm

A Samson figural perfume bottle in the Derby style, late 19th…

Derby Style Samson Figural Perfume Bottle

A Samson figural perfume bottle in the Derby style, late 19th century, in the mid 18th century manner and depicting a female figure as Columbine, holding out her floral decorated skirt and wearing a fetching feathered cap, a gilded collar to the neck, her…

A pair of Samson figurines in the manner of Derby, late 19th…

Derby-style Samson Figurines, 19th Century

A pair of Samson figurines in the manner of Derby, late 19th century, the 'Tailor and his wife' pair, depicting two 18th century attired figures each astride a billy goat, in bright enamel colours and raised upon oval rocaille bases; with blue crossed…

Pair of antique Derby porcelain figure groups, early 19th…

Antique Derby Porcelain Figure Groups, Early 19th Century

Pair of antique Derby porcelain figure groups, early 19th century. Approx 17 cm high

An early Derby figure of Shakespeare c. 1780, AF

Derby Shakespeare Figure, c. 1780

An early Derby figure of Shakespeare c. 1780, AF

Derby 18th century Derby figure of James Quinn in the Role of…

James Quinn as Falstaff Derby Figure

Derby 18th century Derby figure of James Quinn in the Role of Falstaff standing on a low scrolled base applied with flowers, wearing a patterned waistcoat to conceal his pot belly, a carefully inscribed innkeeper's account hanging from one pocket, orange…

Derby 18th century figure of Fame the winged figure wearing…

18th Century Winged Figure of Fame

Derby 18th century figure of Fame the winged figure wearing flower decorated robes, holding a wreath, on shell moulded & scrolled base edged in gilt & turquoise. Condition good, expected age wear & possible restoration to the leaves. Height 25 cm

A Derby candlestick figure of gallant, circa 1780, 25 cm high

Derby Gallant Candlestick, 1780

A Derby candlestick figure of gallant, circa 1780, 25 cm high

A Derby rococo figure of Neptune, circa 1780, with an incised…

Derby Rococo Neptune Figure

A Derby rococo figure of Neptune, circa 1780, with an incised mark, rarely seen on figures, and pattern number 299, the dramatically moulded figure of an animated Neptune upon a shell and flanked by a dolphin, raised upon a shell encrusted and rocaille…

A pair of Duesbury Derby figures, modelled of a lady and gent.…

Duesbury Derby Lady and Gent Figures - 16cm

A pair of Duesbury Derby figures, modelled of a lady and gent. 16 cm high.

A pair of Duesbury Derby figures. Slight damage. 12 cm high.

Duesbury Derby Figures, 12cm Height, Slight Damage

A pair of Duesbury Derby figures. Slight damage. 12 cm high.

A Derby porcelain figurine of the Phrygian goddess Cybele…

A Derby porcelain figurine of the Phrygian goddess Cybele 1782-1825 period. In soft paste porcelain, depicting a bucolic figurine with a small gilded Crown attired in a mauve bodice and floral decorated skirt, holding a cornucopia of fruit in her left…

A Georgian Derby figurine, the archangel Gabriel fixing the…

Georgian Derby Archangel Figurine with Cherub Wing Repair

A Georgian Derby figurine, the archangel Gabriel fixing the wing of a cherub, painted in polychrome and gilded. Painted mark. Old repairs. Height 24 cm

A Derby Soft paste porcelain 'Ranalagh dancer', circa 1760. -70,…

Derby Soft Paste Porcelain Gallant Dancer Figure

A Derby Soft paste porcelain 'Ranalagh dancer', circa 1760. -70, a gallant in a tricorn hat, patterned orange and gold hose and a striped doublet, a floral gilt enriched jacket and a loosely draped green and pink cape, with bocage and a moulded rococo…

A Duesbury figure modelled of flower seller, with pad marks on…

Early Derby Flower Seller Figure by Duesbury

A Duesbury figure modelled of flower seller, with pad marks on base typical of early Derby. Bears label. Payne collection 24 cm high

A pair of Derby figures, English, circa 1765

18th century English Derby figures

A pair of Derby figures, English, circa 1765

A pair of Derby putti figures, 19th century, 8 cm high

19th Century Derby Putti Figures - 8cm

A pair of Derby putti figures, 19th century, 8 cm high

Early 19th century Derby lady figurine, 21 cm high

Derby Lady Figurine, 19th Century

Early 19th century Derby lady figurine, 21 cm high

A Derby style porcelain figure of Neptune, 19th century, 24 cm…

19th Century Derby Porcelain Neptune Figure

A Derby style porcelain figure of Neptune, 19th century, 24 cm high

Three porcelain Samson of Paris Derby marked Mansion house…

Porcelain Samson Dwarf Figures from Paris Derby Mansion House

Three porcelain Samson of Paris Derby marked Mansion house dwarf figures, Tallest 19 cm (3). Provenance: The collection of a Curator & Collector, New South Wales

Three porcelain Samson of Paris Derby marked Mansion house…

Samson Paris Derby Mansion House Dwarf Figures Collection

Three porcelain Samson of Paris Derby marked Mansion house dwarf figures, Tallest 17 cm (3). Provenance: The collection of a Curator & Collector, New South Wales

Late 18th century Derby figure of a gentleman, ex: Moorabool…

18th Century Derby Gentleman Figure

Late 18th century Derby figure of a gentleman, ex: Moorabool Antique Galleries, 28.5 cm high

Late 18th century Derby figure of lady, ex: Moorabool Antique…

18th Century Derby Lady Figure

Late 18th century Derby figure of lady, ex: Moorabool Antique Galleries, 23.5 cm high

Early Derby type porcelain night stick, figure of woman…

Derby Porcelain Night Stick with Woman Figure and Flowers

Early Derby type porcelain night stick, figure of woman collecting flowers applied to base, with flowers and leaves surrounding. Brass candle holder to top, & handle to base verso. height 22 cm.

Early Derby type candlestick., figure of a muse applied to base.…

Derby Muse Candlestick

Early Derby type candlestick., figure of a muse applied to base. Column of blue ground with thistle shaped, gilded candle holder (2 hairlines to top). height 26 cm.

A Derby soft paste porcelain figure of a 'Gentleman with Dog',…

Derby porcelain 'Gentleman with Dog' figure

A Derby soft paste porcelain figure of a 'Gentleman with Dog', circa 1770, model 51, after the Meissen original modelled by J.J. Kandler about 1755 and depicting a man in a splendid maroon coat and pale blue breeches seated upon a grassy floral outcrop…

A Derby soft paste porcelain figure of a goat, circa 1765,…

Derby porcelain recumbent goat figure

A Derby soft paste porcelain figure of a goat, circa 1765, model E86, a recumbent goat upon a rococo base picked out in gilt and having applied flowers; see G. Savage, '18th Century English Porcelain', (1964 edition)', plate 68, height 11.5 cm, width 12.5…

A Derby biscuit porcelain figure, 'Alpine Shepherd', circa 1790,…

Derby Biscuit Porcelain Figure: Alpine Shepherd

A Derby biscuit porcelain figure, 'Alpine Shepherd', circa 1790, model 389, the shepherd in a brimmed hat, breeches and finely laced boots, playing a flute and supported on a circular base encrusted with flowers; incised Derby, model, repairer marks…

A Derby soft paste porcelain figure of a huntsman, circa 1765,…

Derby Soft Paste Porcelain Huntsman Figure

A Derby soft paste porcelain figure of a huntsman, circa 1765, model 50, the huntsman in a pink coat, cravat and lemon breeches, with his complement of hunting accoutrements, holding a flint-flock gun in his left hand, a dog at his right side, upon a…

A Derby soft paste porcelain figure of a boy with a dog, circa…

Derby porcelain boy with dog figure

A Derby soft paste porcelain figure of a boy with a dog, circa 1780, probably model 53, a barefoot lad in a pink coat, floral waistcoat and lemon breeches, playing with a leaping puppy on a grassy base with applied flowers; partial number underside; model…

A Derby biscuit porcelain group, 'Group of Three Cupids', circa…

Group of Three Cupids

A Derby biscuit porcelain group, 'Group of Three Cupids', circa 1780, model 252, attributed to 'Repairer' (modeller) N.J.F. Gauron, three cupids posing upon rockwork around a tree, one with a dove and patting a dog, one playing the mandolin, the other…

A Derby biscuit porcelain group, 'Two Virgins Awakening Cupid',…

"Awakening Cupid" Derby Porcelain Group

A Derby biscuit porcelain group, 'Two Virgins Awakening Cupid', circa 1778-1782, model 195, attributed to Pierre Stephan, the finely modelled group with bocage after paintings by Angelica Kauffman and later engravings by Francesco Bartolozzi; see P…

A rare Derby soft paste porcelain figure of a 'Gardener', circa…

Derby Gardener Porcelain Figure, 1770

A rare Derby soft paste porcelain figure of a 'Gardener', circa 1770, model 2 depicting the gardener in a floral waistcoat and lemon breeches, resting on his shovel and holding a pot plant, supported on a broken column and a naturalistic grassy base;…

A pair of Derby 'Garlandshepherd and Shepherdess' figures,…

Derby Shepherd and Shepherdess Figures, 1765

A pair of Derby 'Garlandshepherd and Shepherdess' figures, circa 1765, models N 56, but variant, in predominantly green, lemon and pale pink tones, both in country attire, he holding a sheep and a nosegay, a basket of fruit at his side, she with a basket…

A Derby biscuit porcelain figure, 'Ariadne', circa 1790, model…

Derby Porcelain Figure: Ariadne, c. 1790

A Derby biscuit porcelain figure, 'Ariadne', circa 1790, model 193, triangle mark for 'Repairer' (modeller) Joseph Hill, probably modelled from the antique, the classical maiden adjusting her cape, incised Derby, model, repairer marks underside; see P.…

A Derby soft paste porcelain figure of 'Ariadne', circa 1780,…

Derby Porcelain Figure of Ariadne, 1780

A Derby soft paste porcelain figure of 'Ariadne', circa 1780, model 194, but incorrectly marked 193 as per biscuit model, a patch period figure in an antique gown decorated with puce and gold flora and arranging her pink trimmed pale blue cape, raised on…

A Derby soft paste porcelain figure, 'Quinn As Sir John…

Derby porcelain figure of Sir John Falstaff

A Derby soft paste porcelain figure, 'Quinn As Sir John Falstaff', circa 1780, model 291, a reissue of model 231, a corpulent figure with a generous face in a plumed hat, pink sleeveless jacket, floral waistcoat and lemon breeches, holding his sword and…

A pair of Derby soft paste 'Mandolin and Bagpipe Players',…

Derby Soft Paste Mandolin & Bagpipe Players

A pair of Derby soft paste 'Mandolin and Bagpipe Players', circa 1765, models E13, a gentleman bagpiper accompanied by a dog, and his shepherdess mandolin playing companion accompanied by a sheep, their country dress in pink and lemon colours and floral…

A Derby soft paste porcelain, 'Antique Figure of Plenty', circa…

Derby Porcelain Figure of Plenty, 1780

A Derby soft paste porcelain, 'Antique Figure of Plenty', circa 1780, model 163, pattern 2. Provenance: group Capt. & Mrs Pendrid collection, 'Plenty' with a floral diadem, floral tunic, mauve sash with blue cape cradling a filled cornucopia in her left…

A pair of Derby soft paste porcelain figures, 'Apollo' &…

Derby Soft Paste Porcelain Figures, Apollo & Diana

A pair of Derby soft paste porcelain figures, 'Apollo' & 'Diana', circa 1780s, models N243 and N65, both with their respective attributes, and Diana accompanied by a dog, attired in aqua and mauve colours and puce sprigged floral robes, upon square bases…

A Derby soft paste shepherdess from 'The Dresden' Shepherds',…

Derby Soft Paste Shepherdess Figurine, 1770

A Derby soft paste shepherdess from 'The Dresden' Shepherds', circa 1770, model 55, after the Meissen model by J Kandler of about 1745, the finely modelled shepherdess in a pink frock coat and floral skirt, holding a bunch of grapes, her apron spilling an…

A Derby biscuit porcelain group, 'Astronomy and Geometry',…

Derby Porcelain Group: Astronomy and Geometry

A Derby biscuit porcelain group, 'Astronomy and Geometry', circa 1790-1800, model 43, star mark of 'Repairer' (modeller) Isaac Farnsworth, after Meissen's arts and Sciences models by Acier about 1765 and depicting two putti, one with a telescope, the…

A Derby soft paste porcelain candlestick, 'Shepherd with Fruit…

Derby Shepherd Candlestick with Fruit and Flowers

A Derby soft paste porcelain candlestick, 'Shepherd with Fruit and Flowers', 1760-65, model E29, the shepherd before a bocage wearing a pink waistcoat and lemon breeches, with a flower basket and a floral candle sconce, upon on a pierced rococo base with…

A Derby figural group, 'Jason & Medea at the Altar of Diana',…

Jason & Medea at Diana's Altar

A Derby figural group, 'Jason & Medea at the Altar of Diana', circa 1820, pattern 37, the allegorical group illustrating a scene from 'Jason and the Golden Fleece', in a vibrant enamel palette of yellow, orange and puce, with Jason dressed in Roman armour…