Toilet box containing three smaller boxes 1756 - 1766

This intricately decorated box, made by the Chelsea Porcelain Manufactory between 1756 and 1766, exemplifies the high quality of English porcelain production during the 18th century. The cobalt-blue ground, known as "bleu de roi," is a hallmark of Chelsea porcelain. The box features an elaborate design of gold-gilt birds and foliage, a testament to the factory's skilled artisans. The delicate, intricate details and the combination of blue and gold represent the Rococo aesthetic prevalent in the period. Now housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the box stands as a testament to the artistry of the Chelsea Porcelain Manufactory and the enduring legacy of English porcelain.