19th Century English Armorial Porcelain Plate Bliss Family

19th-century English armorial porcelain plate decorated in gold, red, and blue with the coat of arms of the Bliss family and the motto Virtus Sola Felicitas (virtue is the only happiness).

The rim is decorated with four circular cartouches, three decorated with armorial devices on gold, and one with the monogram “HB”. In between are foliate strapwork panels in red on gold. A band of gilt fleur-de-lys and blue and red enamel dots surrounds the plain center of the plate.

It has been speculated that the “HB” may refer to Henry Bliss. His son, also known as “Baron Bliss”, was much revered in Belize for leaving his fortune to the city. An Internet search will reveal further information.

Measurements:
Diameter: 25.5cm (10in)
Height: 2.3cm (0.9in)

Condition: Very good.No cracks, chips, or crazing. Superficial surface scratches. Some wear to the gilding of the band of fleur-de-lys around the central undecorated part of the plate.

We have 8 of these plates in this condition and 4 more that have a little more wear. Please inquire if you are interested in purchasing more than one plate.