Some of the most delightful English porcelain ever made was manufactured in the middle of the 18th century at a factory in Chelsea set up by two Frenchmen, the jeweler Charles Gouyn and the silversmith Nicholas Sprimont.

Meticulous research into contemporary manuscripts and catalogues has enabled Elizabeth Adams to reconstruct the history of the Chelsea porcelain factory, from its beginnings in 1744 to its final destruction in 1784. Chelsea collectors, English porcelain enthusiasts and lovers of beautiful objects will all appreciate this well-documented record of an art form that fascinates by its fragility, scarcity and brilliance.