Vase (part of a pair) c. 1770

This porcelain vase, crafted by the Worcester Royal Porcelain Company around 1770, is a prime example of 18th-century English ceramics. The cobalt blue ground, accented by delicate gold embellishments, showcases a central panel depicting a pair of colorful birds set against a verdant landscape. The ornate design and intricate details, typical of the period, reflect the influence of Rococo aesthetics on English porcelain production. The vase, now part of the collection at the Art Institute of Chicago, is a testament to the technical mastery and artistic sensibilities of the Worcester Royal Porcelain Company.