Lot #117: Vintage England Modelled & Hand Decorated Coalport Figurine, "Donna" from the "Ladies of Fashion" Series

The Coalport China company claims to have been established in 1750, but the company's history actually began in 1795 when John Rose founded the Coalport China Works in Coalport, Shropshire, England. The company's reputation for high-quality porcelain, including dinnerware and decorative pieces, has made it a sought-after brand for collectors. Here are some highlights of the history of Coalport China:LocationThe Coalport Canal, which opened in 1792, made the area more attractive for porcelain and pottery production. From 1800 to 1814, two factories operated on either side of the canal. In 1926, manufacturing moved to the Cauldon Place works in Shelton. MaterialsCoalport porcelain is made from petuntse, or china stone, which is ground into a powder and mixed with kaolin, or white china clay. The mixture is fired at a temperature of around 2,650F, which vitrifies the petuntse and allows the kaolin to keep the object's shape. OwnershipIn 1967, Josiah Wedgwood & Sons acquired the Coalport brand and ceased production under the Coalport name. However, Coalport China remains a core brand of the Wedgwood Group and its bone china dinnerware is still popular around the world