Rare New Hall Staffordshire Dessert Set, Resist Moulded Powder Blue Borders, Roses, C. 1820

Exceptional early Staffordshire New Hall dessert service, circa 1820

This rare and luxurious Staffordshire porcelain dessert service, attributed to New Hall, dates to circa 1820 and showcases exquisite Regency craftsmanship. The set is made from New Hall's early hybrid hard-paste porcelain, known for its strength, slight cream-toned body, and fine finish, combining the best qualities of hard-paste porcelain and early English innovations.

The service features finely moulded powder blue borders created using a resist decoration technique, allowing crisp white bird and grapevine motifs to emerge against the vibrant blue ground. Each piece is hand-painted with beautifully detailed rose vines, combining bold cobalt, soft pinks, and lush green tones. Gilded highlights enhance the forms and decoration, adding refinement to each piece.

The set comprises a lozenge-shaped two-handled serving tray and six matching dessert plates. It exemplifies Regency-period English porcelain artistry and is ideal for collectors, period table settings, or elegant decorative display.

Historical Background
New Hall, active from the late 18th century into the early 19th century, became renowned for their innovation in porcelain manufacture. Their hybrid porcelain body combined durability with a fine, elegant surface, making it highly prized for luxury tableware. Their resist techniques and vibrant hand-painted designs remain highly sought after by collectors today.

Measurements
Total weight: 2800 g
Tray dimensions: 28 cm × 22 cm × 4.5 cm (11″ × 8.7″ × 1.8″)
Plate dimensions: 22 cm × 2 cm (8.7″ × 0.8″)

Condition
Good antique condition overall. The tray has a hairline crack to the base and some gilt wear. One plate shows browning and a hairline crack to the back; two plates have small chips to their base rims. Minor expected wear to gilding and enamel consistent with age. Displays beautifully with vibrant colours and elegant artistry. Please review all photographs carefully as they form part of the description.

Shipping & Packaging

• Fully tracked and insured delivery
• Shipping cost includes professional packaging, handling, and postage
• Carefully packed using recycled materials
• Customs paperwork provided for smooth international delivery

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