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This 85-piece porcelain service was crafted by the renowned Derby and Duesbury
The service was a special commission for Douglas, 8th Duke of Hamilton, 5th Duke of Brandon
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Each beautifully crafted piece features the Duke of Hamilton coat of arms
Three sprays of beige and gilt flowers in the Oriental-style partially surround the crest
Decorated in the Oriental-style, each piece boasts the highest level of artistry and detail
Porcelain by Derby is highly collected and featured in important collections around the world
Each piece is marked with the Duesbury / London stamp, or the Crown Derby Porcelain stamp
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Duke of Hamilton Porcelain Service by Crown Derby Porcelain

  • This remarkable porcelain service was a special commission by Douglas, 8th Duke of Hamilton
  • Based on the design of the 5th Duke's service, the set features the Duke of Hamilton's coat of arms
  • The set was crafted by the renowned Derby-based porcelain makers Crown Derby Porcelain
  • Porcelain by Derby is highly collected and featured in important collections around the world
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$435,000
Item No. 30-2846

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Description
85-Piece Porcelain Service
Crown Derby Porcelain
Circa 1780-1790

Exceptional in both craftsmanship and provenance, this outstanding 85-piece porcelain service carries a prestigious lineage. Crafted by the renowned Derby and Duesbury manufacturers of Crown Derby Porcelain, this remarkable service was specially commissioned by Douglas, the 8th Duke of Hamilton, 5th Duke of Brandon, as replacements for an original Chinese Export Service ordered by his grandfather the 5th Duke in 1737. A nearly identical porcelain dish. . .
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85-Piece Porcelain Service
Crown Derby Porcelain
Circa 1780-1790

Exceptional in both craftsmanship and provenance, this outstanding 85-piece porcelain service carries a prestigious lineage. Crafted by the renowned Derby and Duesbury manufacturers of Crown Derby Porcelain, this remarkable service was specially commissioned by Douglas, the 8th Duke of Hamilton, 5th Duke of Brandon, as replacements for an original Chinese Export Service ordered by his grandfather the 5th Duke in 1737. A nearly identical porcelain dish from this earlier set is currently held in the Metropolitan Museum of Art collection.

Beautifully executed, the Derby porcelain service features the Duke of Hamilton's coat of arms at its center, surrounded by opulent swags of ermine and pink fabric. Three sprays of beige and gilt flowers in the Oriental style partially surround the crest and line the edges of each dish.

Established in 1750 in Derby, Crown Derby Porcelain is distinguished as the oldest remaining English porcelain manufacturer and is to this day renowned for its high-quality tableware and ornamental porcelain. Under the direction of William Duesbury and his son, William II, in the late 18th century, the Derby company quickly rose in prominence, gaining distinction from King George III in 1773. Today, important porcelain works from the Derby makers are held in significant public and private collections around the world, including the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

Included in this exquisite 85-piece service are:

1 pair of lidded oval soup tureens
1 pair of 18 1/2” oval platters
1 16” oval platter
5 14 1/2” oval platters
7 13” oval platters
1 pair of rectangular shallow dishes
1 pair of scalloped circular deep bowls
4 scalloped oval monteiths
1 pair of wine coolers
1 pair of fruit coolers, covers and liners
3 pierced oval baskets
4 shell-shaped dishes
1 12 3/4” lozenge-shaped dish
1 pair of 11” lozenge shapes dishes
1 pair of 10 1/2” lozenge-shaped dishes
4 scalloped circular saucer dishes
3 square dishes
3 oval dishes
1 9” oval dish
3 8 3/4” oval dishes
21 9” plates

Each piece is fully marked with either the "Duesbury / London" stamp or the Crown Derby Porcelain stamp.

References:
A wine cooler from the service is pictured on page 146 of Derby Porcelain, 1976, by J Twitchett.
Derby Porcelain, 1976, J Twitchett
Derby Porcelain,1965, F. Brayshaw Gilhespy
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This 85-piece porcelain service was crafted by the renowned Derby and Duesbury
Maker: Royal Crown Derby
Period: 18th Century
Origin: England
Type: Dinner Service
Depth: 1.0 in. (2.54 cm)
Width: 1.0 in. (2.54 cm)
Height: 1.0 in. (2.54 cm)
This 85-piece porcelain service was crafted by the renowned Derby and Duesbury
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