Royal Worcester porcelain egg coddler in the Worcester Flowers pattern, complete with its original screw-on chrome lid and loop ring.
The coddler has a rounded cup form on a short pedestal foot in bright white porcelain. A fine gold-tone band runs beneath the rim, and from it hang pink panels with scalloped lower edges, each decorated with a crimson diamond trellis, small crimson stars at the crossings, and crimson dots, finished with gold-tone scroll trim. Between the panels sit floral sprays in the 18th century Worcester style. One side shows two deep pink double blossoms with yellow centers, crimson buds, a purple bloom, small blue flowers, and a cluster of orange blossoms among green leaves. The other side shows an orange flower with a yellow center, topped by a yellow blossom and a pink bud, with orange buds and trailing purple violets below. The polished chrome lid is double banded and threads onto the porcelain rim, topped with a wire loop ring for lifting from the water.
Backstamp printed in black on the base: a crown over the Royal Worcester circle mark with interlaced W's and C 51 at center, reading "ROYAL WORCESTER FINE PORCELAIN" around the circle, with ® below. Beneath: "MADE IN ENGLAND" and "OVEN TO TABLE WARE." A faint number reading 4-0 also appears on the base, along with a round paper label handwritten "Worcester Flowers."
Approximately 4 inches tall to the top of the ring, approximately 3 1/4 inches tall to the top of the lid, and approximately 2 1/2 inches in diameter.
A pretty and unusual Royal Worcester coddler pattern with a formal, antique porcelain look. Use it for coddled eggs in a pan of simmering water, or display it in a china cabinet or on a breakfast shelf alongside other Royal Worcester pieces.
CONDITION
Pre-owned, excellent condition. No chips, cracks, or repairs found. The pink panels, floral sprays, and gold-tone trim are bright and complete with no visible wear or loss. The interior glaze is clean and white. The base is clean. A round paper label with handwritten pattern name is attached to the base. The chrome lid shows light surface marks from handling. The lid threads on securely. Please review all photos carefully, they are part of the description and show exact condition.