Old English Garden Appraisal

Royal Albert 'Old English Garden' Bon Bon Dish with Silver-Plated Handle

This is a small, circular porcelain bon bon or nut dish, likely produced by Royal Albert as part of a floral landscape series. The dish is constructed from fine bone china with a scalloped edge and a fluted, radial interior surface. It features a transfer-ware design depicting a vibrant English garden scene with a multicolored floral border in shades of pink, purple, and green, alongside a small cottage structure. The rim is elegantly finished with a hand-applied gold gilt accent. A notable feature is the integrated, arched silver-plated metal handle, which is attached to the dish via two decorative tabs on opposite sides, identifying it as a serving piece designed for tabletop use. The overall construction displays high-quality craftsmanship typical of mid-20th-century English ceramics. Condition appears to be good with minimal visible wear to the gilt or transfer pattern, though faint surface scratches may exist from utility. No visible chips, cracks, or repairs are evident. This style is characteristic of the mid-20th century (circa 1940s-1970s), highly popular in traditional British tea services.