Rogers Jones & Co
Lot 1
THIRTEEN-PIECE SWANSEA PORCELAIN DESSERT SERVICE circa 1815-1817, comprising twin-handled stem centre dish, 21cms diam / 2.5cms high, tureen with cover and stand, pair of square dishes, 21cms, pair of oval dishes, 27cms, seven circular plates, of lobed form, all with relief moulded borders picked out in gold and decorated by William Pollard with large sprays of colourful flowers in bright enamels, SWANSEA stencilled marksDimensions: Plates 21cms diamProvenance:consigned by the family of preeminent Welsh porcelain collector Sir Leslie Joseph, bears his labelCondition Report:old repair to tureen handle, restoration to one plate, slight crazing on some, wear to gilding to some, overall excellent, decoration remains bright and fresh, rare for such an extensive set to be offered