Royal Worcester fine English bone china plate with the 1907 Mark, Hand painted with insects and garlands, made for Mortlock's of London.
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This exquisite 9" Royal Worcester bone china dish dates to 1907, identified by its overglaze puce mark and 16-dot date code. The handpainted central motif features a classical urn festooned with pink blossoms, surrounded by three delicately rendered insects—likely butterflies or moths. The scalloped rim is trimmed in gold and bordered with a rich purple band adorned with green garlands and scrollwork, exemplifying Edwardian elegance.
Commissioned by Mortlock's of London, this piece reflects the high standards of one of the most influential china retailers of the 19th and early 20th centuries. Mortlock’s operated prestigious galleries on Oxford Street and Regent Street, often compelling top manufacturers like Royal Worcester and Coalport to produce exclusive wares bearing the Mortlock name. Their clientele included royalty and aristocracy, and their designs—often finished by independent decorators—were known for their opulence and artistic flair.
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