Characteristics of Chelsea China.
The glaze is a softer milky white, and is not so thick as that on Bow pieces. It is carefully finished in every detail. The figure subjects are not so crudely painted as those of Bow. Three spots unglazed are sometimes found on Chelsea plates and dishes, caused by the three points on which pieces have rested. Chelsea china is remarkable for its great weight. The bases and rims, particularly of smaller pieces, are ground quite smooth. Just above the rim black specks and small tears of the coagulated glaze are noticeable. As in Bow, an insect or spray was sometimes cleverly painted over flaws and defects.
CHELSEA FIGURE AND CANDLESTICK.
Man playing bagpipes.
CHELSEA CHINA (1750-1760).
Pair of groups of two figures. Harlequin dancing with a girl. Painted in delicate colours.
(Height, 83⁄4 in. Mark, an anchor in red.)