{"product_id":"worcester-dragon-in-compartments-plate-flight-barr-barr-c-1820","title":"Worcester Dragon in Compartments Plate, Flight Barr \u0026 Barr, c. 1820","description":"Worcester porcelain plate produced during the Flight, Barr \u0026amp; Barr period, circa 1820. Fluted and scalloped outline, decorated in the celebrated Dragon in Compartments pattern, also known as Bengal Tiger or Kylin.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThe design shows a dragon and a kylin in opposing panels, divided by reserves with vases and precious objects on stands. The pattern derives from Chinese Kangxi famille verte porcelain of the early eighteenth century and was first introduced at Worcester in the 1765-1775 decade, remaining in production into the Regency period.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nThis example retains a Flight Collection label on the underside, relating to the Worcester collection formed by Howard Emerson Flight, Lord Flight, direct descendant of Thomas Flight, who acquired the factory in 1783.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nDimensions: Diameter 21.7 cm; height 2.5 cm. Weight 323 g.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nCondition: Antique condition. No restorations. There are underglaze cracks visible on the underside; on close inspection, they extend into the porcelain body. There is surface wear to the enamels and gilding consistent with age and use.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nPlease study the accompanying photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance.\u003cbr\u003e\n","brand":"Gillers Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":62882530525514,"sku":"B1651","price":620.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1066\/5351\/6106\/files\/il_fullxfull.7778102660_jxbc.jpg?v=1785897313","url":"https:\/\/gillersantiques.com\/products\/worcester-dragon-in-compartments-plate-flight-barr-barr-c-1820","provider":"Gillers Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}