Soup Plate c. 1770

This "Soup Plate" from the Worcester Royal Porcelain Company dates to around 1770. The plate, currently at the Art Institute of Chicago, showcases the company’s renowned ability to emulate the popular East Asian porcelain styles of the time. It features a design of tigers and flowering branches, painted in vibrant colors and accented with gold, creating a sophisticated and visually striking piece of ceramic art. This plate, demonstrating the trend of Chinoiserie in 18th-century European art, was likely intended for use in elegant settings.