Description: Childs Ironstone Tea Set Blue Aesthetic Transferware DUCK POND BERRIES Hope & Carter Staffordshire,England c 1860 This is a delightful mid-19th century childs ironstone tea set. The set is transfer printed in pastel country blue, abundantly decorated with a busy asymmetrical Japanesque pattern dating from the Aesethetic movement, complete with ducks swimming in a pond, bird in flight, flower blossoms, berries sunbursts and a patchwork array of Japanese family crests that look to the western eye to be geometric whimsies. A fine example of the Victorian love of nature and the exotic. The set includes: Teapot, 4-1/2 inches tall Cream pitcher, 3-1/2 inches tall, and 5 Cups and Saucer Sets, 1-3/4 inches tall, 4 inches diameter (tiny nibble on top rim of one cup) The tea set was made by Hope & Carter (formerly Pinder Bourne) from the Staffordshire region of England, c. 1860-1870. The pattern name is unknown.The pattern is featured as an unascribed pattern in Petra Williams' book Romantic Staffordshire. The set is in great condition with one nibble on the rim of a cup, but no chips cracks or repairs. Transfer smudges, color irregularities and other typical minor firing imperfections, original to the making. Sold as shown, as described. This wonderful asymmetrical Aesthetic pattern is richly detailed in an earthy and festive pattern. A perfect gift for the bird lover in your life, or for any collector of early miniature Aesthetic transferware dishes. We have also listed other children's early table wares and teawares. We are always happy to combine shipping of multiple purchases. Please send us a message with any questions or if you would like to see additional photos. Thank you for bidding! International Buyers – Please Note: Most of our merchandise is over 100 years old, and we mark our international parcels “antiques – over 100 years old”. US and International government regulations do not allow us to mark merchandise values below value or mark items as "gifts”. Import duties, taxes and charges, if any, are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying.
Price: 145 USD
Location: Montague, Massachusetts
End Time: 2024-12-08T09:01:29.000Z
Shipping Cost: 12 USD
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Restocking Fee: No
Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 14 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Origin: Staffordshire
Brand: Allerton
Type: Tea Set
Color: Blue
Material: Ceramic
Year Manufactured: 1870
Time Period Manufactured: 1850-1899
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
