Antique Davenport Bowl

Sure to be a conversation starter at any dinner party, or great for jewelry/keys, this exquisite cobalt and gold Pierced Davenport Compote Bowl is a must-have for any collector of antique porcelain. The intricate pierced design and rich colors make it a stunning addition to any dinnerware collection. Sadly, we’re downsizing and I don’t see using it anymore. Crafted from high-quality porcelain, this bowl is both beautiful and durable, making it perfect for both display and use. In 1785, John Davenport began as a potter working with Thomas Wolfe of Stoke. In 1794, he acquired his own pottery at Longport and began producing cream-coloured blue and white transfer-printed earthenware. In 1801 he began making glass, and by 1805 he was making porcelain and stone china as well. By September 1806 the quality of his porcelain wares was such that the Prince of Wales, later to become King George IV, ordered services of the finest and most valuable kinds.