{"product_id":"georgian-wedgwood-gilt-porcelain-dessert-plate-c-1820-21cm","title":"Georgian Wedgwood Gilt Porcelain Dessert Plate c.1820, 21cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis elegant Georgian Wedgwood dessert plate dates from around the 1820s and is a fine example of early 19th‑century English porcelain with rich Regency taste. Measuring approximately 21 cm in diameter (see measuring tape in the photos), the plate is made of bright white porcelain and decorated with a striking neoclassical border in cobalt blue and lavish burnished gilt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe wide rim is encircled by a repeating shell or stylised palmette motif, each reserved in a soft ivory tone and framed with hand‑applied gold. Between the shells are small triangular fields of deep blue with finely tooled gilded detail, creating a bold contrast characteristic of high‑quality Wedgwood porcelain of this period. Around the inner well is a narrow gilt line and, at the centre, a delicate symmetrical gilt spray, probably a stylised acanthus or floral plume, which balances the elaborate rim without overwhelming the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse of the plate is plain glazed white, with a red printed Wedgwood mark typical of early 19th‑century production. This red mark, together with the style of decoration and the quality of the porcelain body, supports an attribution to c.1820 in the late Georgian \/ Regency era. Pieces from this decorative series are considered scarce, and surviving examples with strong gilding are increasingly difficult to find, making this plate a desirable item for collectors of antique Wedgwood and English porcelain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eCondition is consistent with genuine antique use and age. The images show the surface, rim, and back clearly, so please examine them closely for a full assessment. Expect minor wear to the gilding on high points, very small firing or manufacturing irregularities in the glaze, and light utensil or surface marks to the central well. No major structural damage such as large cracks or obvious restorations is visible in the photographs, although any subtle age‑related imperfections should be anticipated on a piece of around 200 years old. The slightly uneven edge and glaze characteristics are typical of hand‑finished Georgian porcelain and add to its authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis plate would display beautifully as part of a cabinet arrangement, on a plate stand, or wall‑mounted, where the rich blue and gold border can be fully appreciated. It also coordinates well with other Regency‑period porcelain, particularly cobalt and gilt patterns by Wedgwood, Coalport, Flight \u0026amp; Barr Worcester and similar makers. For collectors, it offers an opportunity to acquire a rare original 19th‑century Wedgwood porcelain plate rather than a later reproduction. Multiple examples from the same service may be available; please check the listing page if you wish to assemble a matched set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn summary, this is an authentic c.1820 Wedgwood porcelain dessert plate with an ornate gilt and cobalt border, a red printed factory mark, and a generous 21 cm width. Its combination of refined neoclassical decoration, genuine Georgian date, and increasingly scarce survival makes it a notable and decorative addition to any collection of antique English porcelain.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moffitts Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53941514469660,"sku":null,"price":47.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/moffitts.co.uk\/products\/georgian-wedgwood-gilt-porcelain-dessert-plate-c-1820-21cm","provider":"Moffitts Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}