Chamberlain (English (Worcester), founded 1783-), circa early 19th century. A collection of 10 pieces of fine porcelain dinner ware in the "Dragon in Compartments" pattern comprising four demilune open vegetable dishes, an oval serving platter with shaped edge, two small low bowls with shaped edges, a round dessert or bread plate, and two small round bowls, each piece finely hand painted with an Orientalist motif in tones of red, green, blue, and pink to a white ground with traditional Chinese motif of fu dogs, dragons, peony blossoms, diaper patterning, and floral scrolls. Underside of one bowl inscribed "75", the others apparently unmarked. Platter approximately 8.5" x 12". Demilunes approximately 6.25" x 12". Smallest bowls approximate diameter 5.375". Larger shaped dish approximate diameter 7.675". Smaller shaped dish approximate diameter 7". Round dish approximate diameter 7.125". Note: Chamberlain merged with Flight, Barr & Barr in 1840. A similar pattern to this is often attributed as Bengal Tiger.

Wear commensurate with age and use. Several with stable hairline cracks. Overall with losses to the enamel and gilding. Chip to corner of one. One plate with significant repair and losses to enamel - appears to have been put in the dishwasher. Blue enamel to one possibly retouched. Some pitting and accretions overall. Platter with significant repair, with retouching. Prior to bidding, please consult the additional photos provided and ask all pertinent questions (i.e. condition, size, etc.). Packing and shipping is the responsibility of the buyer, please see our website for a list of shipping companies. For a condition report, please email Condition@AandOauctions.com. For additional photos, please email Photos@AandOauctions.com.