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Thank you for visiting Little Antique China Shop Item Description. Please keep in mind that our items are most often vintage or antique, sometimes many decades or even a century old, so they will show some signs of wear and usage. These are not mint items from the factory (unless we specifically say so). We include in our item condition and pictures any issues that are significant. If you have any concerns, please ask! We want to ensure that your new item arrives safely and satisfactorily. All prices shown are in Canadian Dollars. Priority post is available upon request. Faster service is available upon request. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as’gifts’ – US and International Government regulations prohibit such behavior.

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Bone China Muffin/Cheese Dish, made by. Royal Crown Derby in their famous Mikado collection. 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. Th e dish is properly marked with Royal Crown Derby backstamp. The cipher under the mark that dates it in 1914. This amazing plate is both Ageless and Timeless. It will be a great gift – to yourself or a loved one. The plate is 8 5/8 in diameter. The dish is 4 5/8 tall to the end of the lid. It is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks, gold loss or repairs. It is possible to have some minor crazing. And/or utensils marks that are consistent with the age of the platters. Exceptional collector’s piece. Would have a place in any china collection. This is a piece of history that everyone will be proud to have. Patterns in the Oriental taste have been popular at Royal Crown Derby since the first china manufactory. Was founded in 1748. It was an era of expansion and discovery when all eyes were looking to the riches of the East. And when exotic ware was being exported to Europe. Such meticulous detail and. Exquisite decoration became the inspiration for Derby and, blue and white ware such as sauce boats. Baskets, and coffee pots were made in Oriental style. Blue Mikado was originally recorded in Pattern Book number 9, as pattern number 4001 on the Dover shape. Later it was produced in a multi-color version and a variety of monochrome colors. A variety of prints on colored grounds have appeared over the years. Including probably the rarest, a gold print on a rich yellow ground. Check out my other items. Be sure to add me to your favourites list. We will open an unpaid case after four days.

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Offered is a truly rare Royal Crown Derby Toast, Bagel or Muffin Rack in the Imari, Old Japan or more commonly known as the Traditional Imari pattern. It has the Derby colors of oriental reds and blues on a white back with gold highlights. For the discriminating collector of some of Derby’s unique serving pieces. It is in excellent condition without chips, cracks, repairs or crazing. Size: 8 1/4 inches long. 2 3/4 inches tall, with four wide compartments.

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Royal Crown Derby “traditional Imari” (#2451) covered muffin dish, Ca. Dish — 8 1/2” Diameter / 4 1/4” High. Lid — 6 5/8” Diameter. Great condition, no crack, chips, or repair. Very light cosmetic wear due to age. The Royal Crown Derby “Traditional Imari” pattern features a classic Imari-style design of floral motifs in geometric patterns in red, blue, and gold color decoration. Imari is a type of Japanese porcelain that was popular in Europe during the 18th century. The “Traditional Imari” pattern was first produced by Royal Crown Derby in the early 1900s and has been in continuous production since. The intricate designs are hand-painted onto the porcelain, giving each piece a unique and detailed appearance. One of the most striking features of the Traditional Imari pattern is the use of red, blue and gold colors. The red and blue are used to create a striking contrast and to highlight the intricate details of the design, while the gold is used to add a touch of elegance and luxury. The gold is often used to outline the design elements and to create a sense of depth. You are very welcome to ask questions about this product and your order. Thanks for visiting my shop!

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A beautiful muffin dish with lid in the Mikado pattern by maker Royal Crown Derby. Stands about 4 3/8 high from table to top of finial. Blue Asian scenes on white ground with gold trim. Please check out The Collectors Ark Store. We regularly feature antique, vintage, and contemporary porcelain, pottery, glass, crystal, and stemware, as well as replacement china.

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Antique 1917 RCD in AMAZING condition! A very rare Royal Crown Derby Mikado Lidded Muffin Dish. The blue and white pattern is so vividly beautiful and has gold edging. This dish is stunning, and a great chinoiserie addition to any collection! The mark is from the Osmaston factory, and the triangle cypher dates it to 1917. The dish is 8.5 inches in circumference and about 4 inches tall.

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In excellent preowned condition. No cracks, chips, crazing or staining. Can be used to serve a great variety of foods. Size: base is 8.75. Royal Crown Derby (established in 1791) is the only remaining English manufacture of fine bone china. The BLUE MIKADO was very successfully added to their collection in 1894. Unfortunately, the lovely deep blue is no longer produced, making the Mikado highly collectible. Each piece of this china tells its own part of the Blue Willow fable. The item “ROYAL CROWN DERBYBLUE MIKADO99 Years Old Lidded Muffin Dish A TRUE TREASURE” is in sale since Thursday, March 11, 2021. This item is in the category “Pottery & Glass\Pottery & China\China & Dinnerware\Royal Crown Derby”. The seller is “designstatements” and is located in Calgary, Alberta. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Brand: Royal Crown Derby
• Vintage bone china Royal Crown Derby Mik: Bone china porcelain English
• Color: Blue, white,gold
• Model: Mikado Blue
• Object Type: Covered serving dish/ muffins
• Style: Victorian
• Original/Reproduction: Antique Original

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A superb vintage, fine bone china, muffin dish & lid from Royal Crown Derby in the Old Imari pattern, no. Overall the piece is in excellent condition with no chips/cracks or crazing issues noted. 22cm (8.5″) in diameter(plate) and 11.5cm (4.5″) high – see images for further details. The item “Royal Crown Derby Old Imari 1128 Covered Muffin Dish and Cover Stunning” is in sale since Tuesday, February 16, 2021. This item is in the category “Pottery, Porcelain & Glass\Porcelain/China\Royal Crown Derby\Tableware”. The seller is “theoriginaldeal” and is located in Leeds. This item can be shipped to United Kingdom, United States, Japan, Canada, Ireland, Australia, Germany, France, Greece, Italy, Spain, Antigua and barbuda, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Sweden, Bahrain, New Zealand, China, Israel, Hong Kong, Norway, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Bangladesh, Belize, Bermuda, Bolivia, Barbados, Brunei darussalam, Cayman islands, Dominica, Egypt, Guernsey, Gibraltar, Guadeloupe, Grenada, French guiana, Iceland, Jersey, Jordan, Cambodia, Saint kitts and nevis, Saint lucia, Liechtenstein, Sri lanka, Macao, Monaco, Maldives, Montserrat, Martinique, Nicaragua, Oman, Pakistan, Paraguay, Reunion, Turks and caicos islands, Aruba, Saudi arabia, South africa, United arab emirates, Ukraine, Chile, Bahamas, Colombia, Costa rica, Guatemala, Honduras, Jamaica, Kuwait, Panama, Philippines, Qatar, Trinidad and tobago, Uruguay.

• Colour: Multi
• Material: Porcelain/ China
• Use: Tableware
• Pattern: Old Imari
• Object Type: Muffin Dish
• Date Range: 1920-1939 (Art Deco)
• Manufacturer/ Type: Royal Crown Derby

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The muffin dish is in the Traditional Imari #2451 pattern and it is made of white bone china with striking hand-painted cobalt blue and orange details with bright gold accents. Overall the dish measures approximately 8 1/4 in diameter. The overall condition of the dish is excellent. It is extremely clean with no chips, cracks, or repaired areas. The pattern details are bold and vivid with minor surface wear and rubbing. Please be sure to check out my other auctions for more great items! The item “Royal Crown Derby Traditional Imari #2451 Bone China Covered Muffin Dish” is in sale since Wednesday, December 26, 2018. This item is in the category “Pottery & Glass\Pottery & China\China & Dinnerware\Royal Crown Derby”. The seller is “e-connoisseur” and is located in York, Pennsylvania. This item can be shipped worldwide.

• Brand: Royal Crown Derby
• Model: Traditional Imari #2451
• Object Type: Muffin Dish
• Original/Reproduction: Vintage Original
• Color: Multi-Color

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Here up for your consideration is a great muffin dish by Royal Crown Derby in the Imari 2451 patern/design. Thisdish by the cypher year mark was made in 1912. This mark as shown in picture #6 and 7 is on both the lid and the bowl base. The bowl is around 8 inches in diameter and the height with lid is around 4 1/4 inches. Truly a great addition to any collection or the start of a great collection. But please wait for our invoice for this DO NOT go by E-Bay invoice as it will be higher. The item “Royal Crown Derby Imari 2451 muffin dish dated 1912 in both lid and bowl” is in sale since Monday, May 28, 2018. This item is in the category “Pottery & Glass\Pottery & China\China & Dinnerware\Royal Crown Derby”. The seller is “deemar_a” and is located in Wasaga Beach, Ontario. This item can be shipped to United States, Canada.

• Model: Imari 2451
• Style: n/a
• Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
• Object Type: Muffin dish
• Color: Multi-Color
• MPN: n/a
• Brand: Royal Crown Derby

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