Paragon China was introduced by the Star China Co in 1903 and moved to Longton later the same year for expansion. Herbert James Aynsley, John Gerrard Aynsley and William Illingworth were initially partners and Herbert was the son of the famous founder of John Aynsley & Sons and it is here that he had gained all the experience with which to begin Paragon China. In 1930 Paragon China became Paragon China Ltd. In 1960 the firm was taken over by Royal Albert. In 1972 Paragon became part of Royal Doulton. Many of the Paragon China patterns are used by Royal Albert.
This item is sugar bowl in a version of the Lugano pattern RD No. 744170, considered a very rare pattern released by Paragon China in the 1930’s. The pattern displays fudge brown trim upon scalloped rims and cobalt blue band with matching brown scroll motifs in a band directly beneath the rim. Colourful floral bouquets decorate the sides of the item as well as the interior.
The item is stamped underneath RD NO 744170 Paragon Fine Bone China Made in England.
The item has a tiny chip on the rim and a hairline because of the chip running down the side of the bowl.
Height: 4.8 cm, Oval base: 6.8 cm x 5 cm, Length: 13.5 cm, Width: 11 cm
