19th Century Derby Porcelain Lidded Centerpiece

Presenting a glorious early 19th century Derby Porcelain lidded centerpiece.
Early piece of Derby Porcelain, with early mark. From circa 1800-1820.
Entirely hand painted and hand gilded in 24ct gold.
The Lid has a gilded ‘crocus’ flower finial with 3 hand painted floral panels.
Cobalt blue with profuse gilt work.
The base/bowl is white porcelain again with 3 hand painted floral panels, cobalt blue and profuse gilt work. It has a pieced fretwork top and has 3 gilt ram heads with curling horns on the sides. It extends to a tripod base of 3 sheep’s feet or hooves on a base plinth that again is cobalt blue with gilt work.
Under the base is it marked with a ‘Crown’ with 6 internal dots and dots around the crown. It has the initials “AB” underneath.
Whilst we have been unable to locate an identical mark for Royal Crown Derby, the similarities to other Derby marks couple with the decoration and style lead us to the firm opinion that this is a ‘Derby’ piece rather than German or Dresden.
It is in ‘near mint’ condition with no chips or cracks and only some very minor rubbing to the gilt work.
An amazing survivor from the Regency era!