Antique 1910s Doulton handpainted “American Char” plate by Joseph Birbeck Senior for Davis Collamore

Exquisite early 20th century Doulton plate circa 1910s handpainted in the rare “American Char” design by noted artist Joseph Birbeck Senior, made by Doulton for high-end department store Davis Collamore. The epitome of Gilded Age glamour, this plate has to be seen in person to be believed. The Birbecks were a distinguished family of ceramic painters, and Joseph Birbeck was a painter at Doulton from 1900 to 19126. He was noted for his fine designs for the North American market, and was noted for his studies in particular of birds and fish, as well as excellently executed underwater scenes. 

With its beautiful central motif, gilt border details to the rim as well as scalloped garlanded swags, the finishing touch of a gilded foot rim denotes this piece being made to “export quality standards”- these pieces were retailed by the best department stores of their era, such as the luxury stores on Fifth Avenue,  Newport as well as retailers including Tiffany & Co. as well as Davis Collamore. 

Price marked at $750 AUD.

Measurements: 23cm diameter, 2cm height.

Excellent antique condition. Very minor, near minimal wear to colours and gilt commensurate with age and careful handling.