Flight and Barr Worcester Porcelain, 1783-1840

Porcelain lovers will be richly rewarded by this profusely illustrated volume. From 1783 until its merger with a rival firm in 1840, the Worcester Porcelain Co. produced some of the most beautiful English porcelain ever made. Under the management of the Flight and Barr families, potters produced stunning works in styles ranging from classic simplicity to flamboyant elegance; many pieces are adorned with intricate paintings. Tea and dessert services, ornamental wares, vases and painted plaques are among the objects shown in 25 color and 190 black-and-white illustrations. Sandon, an expert on Worcester porcelain, enlivens this history with reproductions of period news clips, advertisements, diary excerpts and letters. This sumptuous album will serve as a reference for collectors and browsers. (Apr.)