Founded in 1750 by Andrew Planche and William Duesbury in Derby, England, the Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Company is one of the oldest original English manufacturers of fine bone china. Dating to the Georgian era, it has operated for more than 265 years.
In 1761, the company, then called Derby Porcelain, created its first commemorative piece for the coronation of King George III. In 1775, King George III recognized the uniqueness and high quality of Derby Porcelain, giving the company the honor of using a crown on its back stamp. Queen Victoria gave further honors to the porcelain manufacturer in 1890, when she awarded the company a royal warrant and bestowed upon it the title of “The Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Company.”
In the years following the first royal appointment, the company employed some of its finest artistic creators, such as watercolor landscape painter Zachariah Boreman; flower painters William Billingsley, William Pegg and Walter Withers; and figure painters Richard Askew and James Banford. The company produced the most sought-after collectible pieces in its history under the direction of William Duesbury II. He died at 34 and his full vision for the company went unrealized; it subsequently entered a period of decline.
In 1811, Robert Bloor revived the company by employing excellent painters and producing exquisite serving pieces that featured the Japanese Imari style of bold colors and lavish details. The popular design continues to be produced today. Modern pieces such as the paperweight collection also remain in demand more than 40 years after their introduction.
Under the creative control of different partners over time, the company has had three main locations. Its current base of operations is in Derby, where it continues to produce fine ceramics and decorative collectibles.
On 1stDibs, find a selection of Royal Crown Derby Porcelain Company bowls and baskets, dinner plates, centerpieces and more.
Royal Crown Derby Partial Dinner Service
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Buchanan, MI
A Royal Crown Derby Partial dinner service, twenty seven pieces, 20th century, in the Imari pattern, comprising of ten dinner plates and ten bread and b...
Porcelain
Group of Four Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica Porcelain Serving Articles Per Item.
Located in Buchanan, MI
A Group of Four Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica Porcelain Serving Articles Of Large Scale And Pristine Condition, comprising a serving platter, a triangular shallow bowl, and two ovoi...
Porcelain
Collection of Six Imari Chargers of Various Form and Size
Located in Buchanan, MI
Collection of six Imari chargers of various form and size. Ranging in size from 11" to 14.5" Beautiful gloss, would be a beautiful display
Porcelain
A Set of Five Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica Porcelain Coffee Cups and Saucers...
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Buchanan, MI
A Set of five Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica Porcelain Coffee Cups and Saucers. A Set of Six Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica Porcelain Coffee Cups and Saucers. Priced /item meaning pe...
Porcelain
Two Large Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica Porcelain Serving Platters 20th Century.
By Royal Copenhagen
Located in Buchanan, MI
Two Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica Porcelain Serving Platters Of Large Scale And Pristine Condition. 20th Century. Priced per platter. the first, model 20/3518, decorated with Potam...
Porcelain
Three 18th Century Chinese Export Plates
Located in Buchanan, MI
Set of three Chinese export plates with floral decoration. Three 18th century Chinese export plates. Lovely Color And Patina. Provenance Potter ...
Porcelain
Antique English Sixteen-Piece Dessert Service by Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in London, GB
This splendid antique dessert service is impressive both for its beautiful design and its prestigious maker, Royal Crown Derby Porcelain, which was appointed the official royal porcelain manufacturer to Queen Victoria of England...
Porcelain
19th Century English Victorian Porcelain Dinner Set
By Royal Worcester
Located in Queens, NY
30 Piece English Victorian white and blue porcelain dinner service with urn and garland motif (Royal Worcester, Rosemary pattern) (8 cups, 8 soup bowls, 7 plates, 7 saucers).
Porcelain
Porcelain dinner service. Michelaud Frères. Limoges
By Limoges
Located in MADRID, ES
A 55 piece Limoges porcelain dinner service by Michelaud Frères manufactory decorated with floral bouquets in the center of each piece and small floral sprays around the borders. Lob...
Porcelain
Set of 12 Royal Crown Derby Hand-Painted Dinner Plates with Floral Bouquets
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This set is a great example of the iconic artistry and style of Royal Crown Derby. These plates are embellished with swags of vibrant hand-painted roses and two bands of acid etched...
Porcelain
Royal Crown Derby Luncheon Plates, Chandos Pattern, Set of 12
By Royal Crown Derby Porcelain
Located in Chicago, IL
Royal Crown Derby porcelain luncheon plates in the Chandos Pattern, set of 12. Decorated in Japanese style in burnt orange/red glaze with a basket issuing flowers, with gilded rims.
Porcelain
Set of Early 19th Century English Derby Porcelain Dessert Service
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of Early 19th Century English Derby Porcelain Dessert Service. 18 plates, 7 shaped dishes, 1 sauce tureen with lid and underplate.
Porcelain
