Royal Crown Derby
The Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Company is the oldest or second oldest remaining English porcelain manufacturer, based in Derby , England disputed by Royal Worcester , who claim as their year of establishment. The company, particularly known for its high-quality bone china , having produced tableware and ornamental items since approximately It was known as ‘ Derby Porcelain ‘ until , when it became ‘Crown Derby’, the ‘Royal’ being added in
The production of Derby porcelain dates from the second half of the 18th century, although the The potter Andrew Planche is often cited as a forerunner of the Derby china factory. Reports about a 23 – Mark used by the Derby Crown Porcelain Co., Osmaston Road, from its establishment in to Dec., 24 – This.
The mark was painted, usually in blue enamel, and is variable in form. The mark, as illustrated, was continued in use by Robert Bloor until circa. A variety of other marks, not bearing the Bloor, name are also found. The King Street partnerships, operating at a new location introduced a new mark in reflecting the new circumstances, and new owners, of the business.
A similar mark was used from circa following the death of William Locker and the advent to the partnership of George Stevenson. Use of these marks are clearly intended to establish a link back to the reputation of the Nottingham Road factory and the Duesbury era.
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