Description:
A Barr, Flight & Barr, Worcester Porcelain Chamberstick
Circa 1804–1813
Of small size and cylindrical form with a gently flared rim, raised on a spreading circular foot with gilt edge and a white “pearl”-beaded band. The loop handle formed as a finely modelled gilt serpent. The body decorated with a central monochrome panel depicting a dancing nymph, reserved against a pale turquoise ground, and bordered by a band of finely tooled neoclassical gilt ornament.
Fully marked in script to the underside: “Barr Flight & Barr Worcester / Flight & Barr Coventry St., London / Manufacturers to their Majesties & the Royal Family.”
Height: 3.25 in.
The elaborate mark underscores the firm’s prestigious London retail presence and royal connections.
Origin: English
Circa:1804-13
Price: £495
Stock Ref: AH23
David Foord-Brown & Sean Barry
David Foord-Brown Antiques
3 Bank Buildings, High Street, Cuckfield,
West Sussex. RH17 5JU, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 (0) 1444 414418 | Mobile: 07850 188250
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