Early 19th Century Derby Porcelain Serving Dish – circa 1800.

A fine Derby porcelain tray with a unusual scalloped oval shape design that dates circa 1800-1815. It features a beautifully hand-painted pattern in orange containing scroll, shell, feather and grape throughout the border, accented with gold embellishments and trim.  Early Derby mark in “purple” or puce colour on back – dating circa 1800-1815.

Marked: with early Derby mark – crown & D & crossed lines mark on back in purple.

Measures: 11 7/8 inches long  x 9 3/8 inches wide.

Excellent condition.