Blue and White Chintz Transferware Sugar Bowl and Underplate

Story

The mid-19th century saw English potters revolutionize the dining table by perfecting 'transferware,' a process where intricate designs were printed from copper plates onto tissue paper and then pressed onto ceramic.

Maker / Origin

If this is English, it is likely by Burleigh (Burgess & Leigh), a company that has operated out of the Middleport Pottery in Stoke-on-Trent since 1851.

Condition & Value

The piece appears to be in excellent condition with no visible crazing, chips, or staining. The presence of the matching underplate significantly helps the value, as these are often lost over time. Excellent condition commands the top of the price range. Value depends heavily on the maker's mark on the bottom.