Derby Blue Mark Soup Bowl

A wonderful old bowl by Derby's famous painter William Billingsley. The large bowl has turquoise and gilt panelling along the rim all joined by some delicately painted swags. The inner bowl has some floral decoration of yellow, purple pink and orange. The blue Derby stamp can be found on the base. Circa 1790. From the G. Cope collection. - William Billingsley - 18th Century Derby Blue Mark - Expertly painted - Stamps to the base The piece is in good condition with only age related signs of wear. Age: 1790 Material: Ceramic Origin: English Height: 4cm Width: 25cm Depth: 25cm Newark Antiques & Interiors, Kelham Rd, Newark Ng24 1BX Opening hours: Mon - Fri 8.30 - 17.00 Sat 10.00 - 16.00