{"product_id":"antique-georgian-rare-c-j-mason-first-period-chinoiserie-plate-c-1815-1820","title":"Antique Georgian Rare C.J. Mason First Period chinoiserie plate, c.1815–1820","description":"A rare early Mason plate dating to the First Period, c.1815-1820. The front displays a vivid chinoiserie tableau with a serpentine dragon, butterflies and stylised birds painted in bright enamels on an ochre ground with fine gilding. The reverse carries an iron-red floral border and a small pseudo-Sèvres monogram, a decorative habit in early 19th-century English workshops seeking to reference continental porcelain.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe plate has strong visual impact and reflects the lively brushwork associated with Mason enamel painters of the 1810s-1820s. It presents beautifully and is a characterful example for collectors of early English ceramics or chinoiserie design.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHistorical Background\u003cbr\u003e\nAfter the 1813 ironstone patent, Mason introduced hybrid porcelain-stone-china bodies decorated with experimental and richly coloured designs. Chinoiserie motifs were especially popular in Regency Britain, reflecting the wider cultural fascination with East Asian art. Pseudo-Continental marks on the reverse were added by some decorators to evoke prestige and luxury.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter: 23.3 cm \/ 9.17″\u003cbr\u003e\nHeight: 3.7 cm \/ 1.45″\u003cbr\u003e\nWeight: 431 g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition\u003cbr\u003e\nPresents very well with strong colours and well-preserved gilding.\u003cbr\u003e\nMinor gilt wear only; one hairline across the base confirmed under UV examination.\u003cbr\u003e\nA desirable early Mason plate with excellent decorative appeal.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nShipping \u0026amp; Packaging\u003cbr\u003e\nFully tracked and insured delivery.\u003cbr\u003e\nShipping cost includes labour, packaging and secure postage.\u003cbr\u003e\nCarefully packed using recycled materials where possible.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease study all photographs as they form part of the description.\u003cbr\u003e\nQuestions are welcome.\u003cbr\u003e\n","brand":"Gillers Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62882016493898,"sku":"B1538","price":400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/5351\/6106\/files\/il_fullxfull.7461158572_1ym9.jpg?v=1785889286","url":"https:\/\/gillersantiques.com\/products\/antique-georgian-rare-c-j-mason-first-period-chinoiserie-plate-c-1815-1820","provider":"Gillers Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}