{"product_id":"rare-princess-charlotte-commemorative-saucers-staffordshire-puce-lustre-mourning-ware-1817","title":"Rare Princess Charlotte Commemorative Saucers: Staffordshire Puce Lustre Mourning Ware, 1817","description":"This rare pair of early 19th-century Staffordshire commemorative saucers honours the tragic death of Princess Charlotte of Wales in 1817. Each deep saucer features a striking black transfer print of Britannia mourning at a tomb, flanked by weeping angels and the motto \"TO THE MEMORY OF PRINCESS CHARLOTTE.\" The design is enhanced with delicate puce lustre bands, typical of early Regency-era mourning ware.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThese saucers were created during the intense public mourning following the death of Princess Charlotte, the heir to the British throne and daughter of George, the Prince Regent. Their historical significance, visual impact, and rarity make them exceptional examples of early royal commemorative ceramics and an important piece of British royal memorabilia.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHistorical Background\u003cbr\u003e\nPrincess Charlotte of Wales (1796-1817) was the only child of George, Prince Regent (later George IV), and Caroline of Brunswick. As heir to the throne, she was beloved by the public and seen as a beacon of hope for the monarchy. Her death following childbirth at the age of 21 shocked the nation and led to widespread grief. These mourning pieces were produced in her memory and are now highly prized by collectors of early Staffordshire pottery, royal commemoratives, and Regency ceramics.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nMeasurements\u003cbr\u003e\nFirst saucer\u003cbr\u003e\nHeight: 3 cm \/ 1.18″\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter: 14.2 cm \/ 5.6″\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nSecond saucer\u003cbr\u003e\nHeight: 3.3 cm \/ 1.3″\u003cbr\u003e\nDiameter: 13.8 cm \/ 5.4″\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition\u003cbr\u003e\nThe first saucer is in good antique condition, with some small firing dots on the reverse and minor wear to the paint and puce lustre. The second saucer presents two small firing dots and slight loss to the lustre on one side, but is otherwise in excellent antique condition.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nStand not included; shown for photography purposes only.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nShipping \u0026amp; Packaging\u003cbr\u003e\nFully tracked and insured delivery.\u003cbr\u003e\nShipping cost includes professional packaging, handling, and postage.\u003cbr\u003e\nCarefully packed using recycled materials.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease review all photos carefully, as they form part of the description and feel free to ask any questions.\u003cbr\u003e\n","brand":"Gillers Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62885052907850,"sku":null,"price":325.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/5351\/6106\/files\/il_fullxfull.6811200381_g6o2.jpg?v=1785919568","url":"https:\/\/gillersantiques.com\/products\/rare-princess-charlotte-commemorative-saucers-staffordshire-puce-lustre-mourning-ware-1817","provider":"Gillers Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}