18th century English Bow ceramics

Bow porcelain refers to a type of fine porcelain that was produced by the Bow porcelain factory, which was located in Bow, England, in the 18th century. The factory was established in 1744 by a group of entrepreneurs, led by William Duesbury, who had previously worked at the Chelsea porcelain factory.

Bow porcelain is known for its high quality and intricate designs. The factory produced a wide range of porcelain products, including tableware, figurines, and decorative pieces. The factory was known for its hard paste porcelain, which was made from a mixture of kaolin, feldspar, and ball clay. This mixture was used to produce a fine, white, and translucent porcelain, which was highly sought after by the affluent and upper class of the time.

The factory's early production was heavily influenced by the Chinoiserie style, which was popular in Europe during the 18th century. This style featured intricate designs more... and motifs, inspired by Chinese and Asian art, which were often hand-painted onto the porcelain. The factory also produced porcelain in the rococo style, which was characterized by its ornate and asymmetrical designs.

Bow porcelain was highly prized for its quality and intricate designs, and it was exported all over the world, particularly to the colonies in America and Asia.

The Bow porcelain factory closed in 1776 due to financial issues and despite its short existence, the factory played an important role in the history of English ceramics. less...