Royal Crown Derby Kangaroo Paperweight: 1999 Australian Collection, John Ablitt Fine Bone China

A beautiful Royal Crown Derby Kangaroo paperweight from the sought-after Australian Collection, designed by John Ablitt and introduced in 1999.

This elegant figure captures a kangaroo with a joey nestled in its pouch, decorated in a rich ruby red colourway with intricate hand-applied 22ct gold gilding and Royal Crown Derby’s distinctive Imari-inspired detailing. The floral decoration around the base and the striking blue accents create a wonderfully luxurious finish.

An increasingly collectable Royal Crown Derby design, this piece displays beautifully and would make a superb addition to any paperweight, Australian wildlife or fine bone china collection.

Details

• Maker: Royal Crown Derby
• Pattern: Kangaroo
• Collection: The Australian Collection
• Designer: John Ablitt
• Year: 1999
• Material: English Fine Bone China
• Gold stopper fitted
• First Quality

Condition

Excellent pre-owned condition with no chips, cracks or restoration. The gilding remains bright and vibrant with minimal signs of age. The gold stopper is present. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the description.

(Box and certificate are not included.)

A striking and increasingly desirable Royal Crown Derby paperweight that combines exceptional craftsmanship with one of the manufacturer’s most recognisable wildlife designs.