Caughley

18thc Georgian Antique c1780 English Porcelain Caughley True Trio Tea Bowl Coffee Cup & Saucer

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A Caughley true trio from c1780. Early Bute shape. Printed underglaze blue S mark.
Condition inspection found no chips cracks crazing or restoration.
The gilt rim has some wear on the saucer and coffee cup also the central area of saucer and where the cup where it has rubbed against it historically.

Measurements;

Coffee Cup~ 2 & 3/4" or 6.3cm diameter. 2 & 3/8" or 6cm height

Tea bowl 3" or 7.5cm diameter. 2 & 1/8" or 5.5cm height

Saucer 5 & 3/8" or 13.5cm diameter.

History and Production

Founders: The factory was established by Ambrose Gallimore and Thomas Turner in Shropshire, England.
Materials: They used soft-paste porcelain, which was a popular material in the 18th century due to its smooth texture and ability to hold intricate designs.

Designs and Patterns

Blue and White: Caughley is particularly famous for its blue and white porcelain, often featuring intricate floral and landscape designs.
Transfer Printing: They were pioneers in using transfer printing techniques, which allowed for more detailed and consistent patterns compared to hand-painting.

Legacy

Influence: Caughley porcelain influenced many other English porcelain manufacturers and remains highly collectible today.

Caughley porcelain, produced in Shropshire, England, during the late 18th century, was heavily influenced by both local and international trends of the time. Here are some key historical influences:

Chinese Porcelain: Caughley porcelain often imitated Chinese export porcelain, which was highly fashionable in Europe. The use of underglaze blue decoration and chinoiserie patterns reflects this influence.
Worcester Porcelain: Thomas Turner, the founder of the Caughley factory, trained at the Worcester Porcelain Company. Techniques like transfer printing, which he learned there, became a hallmark of Caughley porcelain.
French Design Trends: From around 1780, French styles began to influence Caughley designs. This included the use of gilding and more elaborate decorative motifs, which were popular among the European aristocracy.
Industrial Advancements: The availability of local clay and coal in Shropshire facilitated the production of soft-paste porcelain. This allowed Caughley to produce high-quality wares that were both functional and decorative.
Emerging Middle Class: The growing middle class in 18th-century England created a demand for elegant yet affordable tableware, which Caughley porcelain catered to with its tea and dinner services.

These influences combined to make Caughley porcelain a significant player in the English porcelain industry of the late 1700s.

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