T. H. Lawrence Potteries - England
DOUBLE DELISH by Falcon, England
I
love roses, so no surprise when I found this lovely little piece.
Finding another has been a fruitless task, if I may say so, as many
pieces available are of a later back-stamp. Yes, the almight back-stamp
eludes me again. To think a little mark can make such a difference when
dating ceramics and pottery is often mind boggling.
Well,
this back-stamp is an earlier one which doesn't seem to pop up too
often. Possibly due to the fact that not so many exist any more!? The
problem being that they were made on a large scale to meet a demand in
the market for affordable tablewares. Many were made with the emphasis
on high levels of productivity, not so much on attention to detail. They
do, indeed, appear to have been rushed through the decorative process;
you don't need to be an expert to see this.
The
history of TH Lawrence can be confusing, as it is often mistakenly
believed to be the earlier beginnings of another potery company, SylvaC,
but a quick visit to my Etsy listing will give you a more detailed
history on how and why the two are confused. Follow this link to get
there.
BRAEMORE - AUSTRALIA
Then, a single cheese/butter dish & knife set found its big
brother. This BRAEMORE beautifully showcases an elegant mid-century
design by Australian potter Russell Cowan. Bothe in their original
packaging (boxes). Now Vintage style can be yours.
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A TASTE OF FRANCE - MAJOLICA
Again,
in our travels, my husband has helped me to find many beautiful pieces
from the past and this is yet another. "It's a flower plate" he smiles.
"Oh! It's for oysters, honey, but isn't it lovely!" I reply.
Another tempting piece for my Etsy Store, "RESTOREDau".
But
with no makers mark or stamp I knew I was setting myself a challenge
and a challenge I was willing to accept. [Makes me feel like
an archaeologist, he-he-he]. So after many hours, days and yes, weeks
this is what I have uncovered in my learnings.
Majolica
was first made in Faenza and Pesaro, then in Gubbio, then Urbino,
Perugia, Ferrara, Monte-lupo, Naples and other places in Italy.
During
the Great Majolica Period (1400s-1500s) it was the fashion to present
to lovers, mistresses or betrothed(fiancée), small ornamental pieces of
‘Amatoria’ (generally plates, dishes or vases) with the portrait and 1st
name of their favoured fair. Majolica popularity was lost by the end of
the 1500s but was revived during the 1600s at Naples, known as the
Neapolitan Ware, but was distinguished with its thinner colour glazings.
It is said that the Italian majolica copied those of France but with
much more gusto to their designs. (cited: A Guide To The Knowledge of Pottery, Porcelain, 1857).
This
beautiful majolica oyster plate has been skilfully formed and glazed by
hand to create a most pleasing tableware server. The backstamp has been
washed away but after a great deal of research and comparison I have
determined from the design features (overlapping wells, number of wells,
background array positioning, well shapes defined and present [ear
lobe, etc], overall size and wells positioning) to be that of the
PILLIVUYT PORCELAIN COMPANY of France.
Pillivuyt
Porcelain of France have been recognized the world over as the 1st
choice for enduring quality and design. Pillivuyt have used nothing but
the finest materials in their wares since 1818, making them a leader in
culinary tableware and bakewares for almost 200 years.
Though
missing it's mark, it lacks nothing in design and style. It has been
used but shows little actual wear. There are a few random dark marks in
the glaze which I have discoered present in many other oyster plates by
Pillivuyt, whether from grains of dirt in the glaze or other I cannot
determine.
In excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, repairs or damage but crazing is evident and expected with age.
It is now available in my Etsy store - RESTOREDau. By clicking the icon below you can visit me now.
Collectable Egg Cups
Just rolling on in to the etsy shop are these cute egg cups.
Little red rooster is taking his egg-wagon out for a spin.
Made in Japan, these novelty egg cups are highly sort after by collectors. The more novel - the more collectable.
This cute but sad looking teddy is most likely from Germany with his cross stitched nose and mouth. He looks like a good listener, too. English versions often have colour to the eyes and a full nose. I think the stitched nose is far lovelier. You can find both of these cuties in the Etsy shop now.
just click on the photo, or icons.
BREAKFAST IS NOW SERVED
or something sweeter!
In 1891
china wares began marking their china with “ENGLAND” and after 1921 with “Made
In...”.
Though many
potteries continued with or without these markings for 10s of years prior and
after these dates.
James Kent
pottery established in 1897 at Longton and was renamed James Kent Ltd in 1913.
It remained so until 1989 at which time
it was sold and the name also became the property of the new owners, Fenton.
Old Foley
was not produced until circa 1955 and Old Foley Pottery Ltd was used after 1955
through until 1989. The company was sold in 1981, taken over in 1985/6, and in
1987 was bought by County Potteries PLC. In 1989 it was renamed ‘Carlton &
Kent’ and went broke.
It was then sold again in 1989 and renamed
‘James Kent 1989 Ltd, then in 2006 the Old Foley Works were demolished and they
operated out of the Fole China Works but closed in 2008
RAMBLER ROSE by james Kent Ltd of England. Pattern #5021
Here is the perfect gift for the one who has broken their beloved set and need to replace their breakfast tray.
HERE'S TO TOAST
This little beauty has just been added to our Etsy store. Best you check-it-out or you might-miss-out!
Embellish your morning table with a little art deco style from the second art deco period, 1950s.
Click icon below to visit my Etsy store to view it now!
Australian PERFECTION
Art Deco Egg Cup PERFECTION by Silverbrite
No longer Available......
I
couldn't resist this little purchase ... truthfully, I paid waaaaay too
much for them but they made my heart sing. I had not a clue as to their
maker by I didn't care - they were Beautiful!
Well,
as it turns out, they are made by an Australian company known as
Silverbrite which was established in Sydney, Australia in 1925. These
gorgeous egg cups are marked "PERFECTION"; 'well, yes, they certainly
are' I thought, but no, that was a brand of Silverbrite's production of
hollow ware. It is a sweet and simple story of good old fashioned
Australian success. You can read more by taking a look and read of the
listing I have on Etsy.
NO LONGER AVAILABLE
VINTAGE JAPAN
Oh, So Kitsch!
No longer available .....
I found these colourful beauties during a day of leisure (occasionally I get one), and couldn't believe my luck. To find a set in such good condition was wonderful but to also have the original ceramic spoon too was indeed a FIND.
This is a funky little set from the mid-century, 1940s-1950s, and is sure to bring a little sunshine to your morning table. Cruet sets have become a favourite for collectors everywhere and with such diversity in styles and themes is it any wonder.
NO LONGER AVAILABLE
Retro Rolling Out Fast
Retro and Mid-Century items appear to be hot on the spot, with funky and colourful being the requirement.
I guess that just another good reason for me to head out looking for my goodies to share with you all. ;)
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