Coalport porcelain was first produced in 1795 by John Rose, who established a porcelain factory in Coalport, Shropshire, England. The company quickly gained a reputation for producing high-quality porcelain with intricate designs and fine craftsmanship. In 1814, the Coalport factory was purchased by William Pountney, who expanded the business and increased production. During the 19th century, Coalport porcelain was highly sought after and exported to many countries. The company continued to produce porcelain chaning hands a number ot times, before it became part of the Wedgwood group in 1967.
Coalbrookdale porcelain, on the other hand, was produced by the Coalbrookdale Company, which was located in Coalbrookdale about 6 km from Coalport. The company was founded in 1795, the same year as Coalport porcelain. Coalbrookdale porcelain was known for its fine figurines and other decorative items, and the company was particularly noted for its high-quality casting techniques. The Coalbrookdale more... Company was active until the 1850s, when the company went out of business.
Both Coalport and Coalbrookdale porcelain are considered valuable by collectors less...
A Coalport vase painted by Arthur Bowdler, late 19th century, decoration pattern V7251, registration number 283672, of classical baluster shape with a shaped pouring lip and foliate scrolling handle, a reserve to one side of the body painted with various f