Description
The Mikado pattern was designed in 1894 by Royal Crown Derby’s art director, Thomas Amos Reed. It was inspired by rice paper drawings that he had obtained in the Far East. The original illustrations formed the basis of the scenes. With the exception of a few of the larger pieces, which are decorated with the complete design, all of the smaller items are decorated with a different chapter of the story. Variations of the legend associated with the pattern are many. Indeed, little imagination is needed to weave a tale with such romantic subjects as ‘Wandering Sad-Eyed Lover’, ‘The Tall Standing Pagodas of the Orient’, ‘The Flight of Cranes’, all set against a backdrop or rivers, mountains and delicate leaf tracery.
The set is properly marked with Royal Crown Derby blue backstamp and the cipher.
The ciphers may be different.
The set includes:
This beautiful, Bone china set of Creamer/Milk jug and open sugar bowl is made by Royal Crown Derby in their famous Mikado collection.
1 (one) Creamer Jug - 3" tall to the tip of the spout
1 (one) Open Sugar Bowl - 3 5/8" in diameter
The set is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, gold loss or repairs.
It is possible to have some minor crazing, gold loss, and/or utensils marks that are consistent with the age. Please review the pictures
Exceptional collector’s piece. Would have a place in any china collection.
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Reserve: $55.00
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Royal Crown Derby Blue Mikado Milk Jug Creamer Open Sugar Bowl Bone china
Estimate $70-$80
Starting Price
$25
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