Royal Crown Derby "Bluebird" paperweight signed by Hugh Gibson with gold stopper

Here is a lovely fine bone china paperweight from Royal Crown Derby titled "Bluebird" with a first quality gold stopper and signed by Hugh Gibson. This bird was designed by Robert Jefferson and only produced from 2000-2003 and shows a lovely American Bluebird holding a gold berry in its beak. It is in mint condition but does not have its original box. Royal Crown Derby launched its first animal paperweights in a range of five birds and a rabbit at Chatsworth House in 1981. The creatures were beautifully sculpted by Robert Jefferson of Poole pottery fame, before being hand-decorated with the firm’s signature Imari pattern and highlighted with 22 carat gold. Eye-catching and of superb quality yet affordable, Royal Crown Derby paperweights are a collectable modern classic with broad appeal. What’s more, these addictive creatures make the ideal the gift for animal lovers, those with a passion for traditional ceramics or simply for someone who appreciates a beautifully crafted object. Production has expanded to over 450 individual designs that range from ladybirds, snails and robins to the majestic Golden Eagle. US shoppers find me on Etsy: https://outoftheblueroses.etsy.com/ca/listing/1789435777/royal-crown-derby-bluebird-paperweight