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Spode Porcelain

British

Spode is one of the oldest and most distinguished of the great pottery companies of Staffordshire, the time-honored home of English ceramics. The firm’s blue and white bone china transferware is a timeless classic. Spode dishes compose the sort of elegant dinner service that most of us envision on a traditional holiday table.

The company was established in 1770 in Stoke-on-Trent by Josiah Spode, a friend and neighbor of another estimable English ceramist, Josiah Wedgwood. The Wedgwood firm first came to prominence for its tableware, which quickly gained favor in aristocratic households throughout Britain and Europe.

Spode was particularly known for two technical achievements in the firm’s early decades. The first was to develop a standard formula for the making of bone china — a type of porcelain (made with a mixture of bone ash, minerals and clay) that is dazzlingly white and so strong it can be used to create very thin translucent plates and vessels.

The other advancement was to perfect the making of transferware. That process involves the transfer of pictorial images inked on tissue paper — such as the garden scenery in the famous Willow dish patterns — onto ceramics that are then sealed with a glaze. 

From the 1820s onward, Spode enjoyed tremendous success both in Britain and elsewhere owing to the beauty and vitality of its decorative imagery. By some counts, Spode created more than 40,000 patterns in the 19th century.

In 1833, following the sudden death of Josiah Spode III, business partner W. T. Copeland took over the company and changed its name to Copeland Spode (it later changed again, this time to W. T. Copeland and Sons). Collectors regard Copeland-marked pieces as Spode china. The Spode brand was revived in 1970.

Many favorite Spode patterns — among them Blue Italian, Indian Tree, Greek and Woodland — date to the company’s early years. Spode’s most popular pattern, Christmas Tree, was introduced in 1938.

Prices for antique and vintage Spode china vary widely, based on the size of the service, its condition and the pattern. An antique dinner service for 12 people or more, in good repair and complete with cups and serving dishes, will generally cost between $10,000 and $20,000. Such Spode services become heirlooms — a proud and timeless addition to a family’s table. And as you will see on these pages, Spode’s rich and varied wares offer a visual feast in and of themselves.

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Creator: Spode
Spode New Stone China Dinner Service Eighty Four Pieces, Pattern #3504
Spode New Stone China Dinner Service Eighty Four Pieces, Pattern #3504

Spode New Stone China Dinner Service Eighty Four Pieces, Pattern #3504

By Spode

Located in Downingtown, PA

Spode New Stone China Dinner Service- Eighty Four Pieces, Pattern #3504, Circa 1820 The service is decorated in an Imari pattern in iron red light and...

Category

Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Ironstone, Ceramic

Spode Imperial China Dessert Service, Frog Pattern in Mauve, Regency circa 1828
Spode Imperial China Dessert Service, Frog Pattern in Mauve, Regency circa 1828

Spode Imperial China Dessert Service, Frog Pattern in Mauve, Regency circa 1828

By Spode

Located in London, GB

This is a very striking part dessert service made by Spode in about 1828, which is the Regency era. It is made of Spode's Imperial China and has the Frog pattern in mauve/purple. It consists of a high footed comport...

Category

1820s English Regency Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Ironstone

Antique Spode Porcelain Hand Painted Ornithological Duck Cup & Saucer
Antique Spode Porcelain Hand Painted Ornithological Duck Cup & Saucer

Antique Spode Porcelain Hand Painted Ornithological Duck Cup & Saucer

By Spode

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique English Georgian hand painted porcelain cup & saucer. By Spode. Pattern no. 1803. Both cup and saucer with wide cobalt blue bands on a white ground, hand painted scenes with ducks in round cartouches, and gilt embellishments throughout. The cup with a 'Diver' duck in a stream and the saucer with a 'Red Headed Merganser' on a bank. The reverses marked for Spode, 1803, 'Diver', and 'Red Headed Merganser'. Simply a wonderful antique Spode cup...

Category

Early 19th Century British Neoclassical Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

An exquisite and rare early 19th century Spode cabinet cup and saucer circa 1830
An exquisite and rare early 19th century Spode cabinet cup and saucer circa 1830

An exquisite and rare early 19th century Spode cabinet cup and saucer circa 1830

By Spode

Located in Central England, GB

An exquisite and rare early 19th century Spode cabinet cup and saucer. This beautiful and richly decorated Spode cabinet cup and saucer were made at this high quality English porcela...

Category

Early 19th Century English William IV Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Spode 19th C Pierced Green Chestnut Baskets & Under Plates
Pair of Spode 19th C Pierced Green Chestnut Baskets & Under Plates

Pair of Spode 19th C Pierced Green Chestnut Baskets & Under Plates

By Spode

Located in Great Barrington, MA

This pair of rare 19th c Spode Chestnut bowls are in amazing original condition and feature a green enamel leaf motif with pierced border. Each has two handles and basketweave on bot...

Category

1850s English Regency Revival Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of 19th Century Hand-Painted Spode Sauce Tureens
Pair of 19th Century Hand-Painted Spode Sauce Tureens

Pair of 19th Century Hand-Painted Spode Sauce Tureens

By Spode

Located in Great Barrington, MA

This is a special pair of 19th C, Spode sauce tureens with matching attached underplates and handles. The raised molded relief depicting pheasants a...

Category

19th Century English Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Porcelain Chestnut Baskets and Under-Plates by Spode in Pattern 3037
Pair of Porcelain Chestnut Baskets and Under-Plates by Spode in Pattern 3037

Pair of Porcelain Chestnut Baskets and Under-Plates by Spode in Pattern 3037

By Spode

Located in Brisbane, QLD

This remarkable pair of Spode pierced chestnut baskets with their under-plates date to the Regency period and were crafted in Stoke-on-Trent. The under-plates have a pierced rim and ...

Category

Early 19th Century British Regency Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 12 Spode Newstone Aesthetic Movement Japanese Garden Soup Bowls Ca. 1840
Set of 12 Spode Newstone Aesthetic Movement Japanese Garden Soup Bowls Ca. 1840

Set of 12 Spode Newstone Aesthetic Movement Japanese Garden Soup Bowls Ca. 1840

By Spode

Located in Great Barrington, MA

This is an amazing set of 12 rimmed soup bowls marked "Spode's New-Stone" dating to 1840 but in like new condition. The "Japonesque" transfer decoration is embellished with hand pain...

Category

1840s English Japonisme Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Ironstone

Spode Porcelain Tea Cup in Hand Painted & Gilded Pattern 967, circa 1810
Spode Porcelain Tea Cup in Hand Painted & Gilded Pattern 967, circa 1810

Spode Porcelain Tea Cup in Hand Painted & Gilded Pattern 967, circa 1810

By Spode

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a fine example of an English George III period, porcelain Tea Cup, made by Spode and hand painted in Pattern 967, during the early 19th century, circa 1815. The cup has th...

Category

Early 19th Century English George III Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Spode Flower Cross Clobberware Plate
Spode Flower Cross Clobberware Plate

Spode Flower Cross Clobberware Plate

By Spode

Located in Stamford, CT

Spode Flower Cross Clobberware plate. Blue and white flower cross pattern with hand painted orange squiggle detailing. No makers mark or brand stamp.

Category

1930s English Regency Vintage Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

SPODE Porcelain Lidded Sucrier Hand Painted and Gilded Pattern 967, Ca 1810
SPODE Porcelain Lidded Sucrier Hand Painted and Gilded Pattern 967, Ca 1810

SPODE Porcelain Lidded Sucrier Hand Painted and Gilded Pattern 967, Ca 1810

By Spode

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a fine example of an English George III period, porcelain, Sucrier with cover or lidded sugar bowl, made by SPODE all hand painted in Pattern 967, during the early 19th Century, circa 1810. This Sucrier has a beautiful and elegant shape with high loop handles either side of the oval body. The cover has a shaped oval knob...

Category

Early 19th Century English George III Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Spode Hand-painted Rose Plate, English, 19th Century
Spode Hand-painted Rose Plate, English, 19th Century

Spode Hand-painted Rose Plate, English, 19th Century

By Spode

Located in Southampton, NY

Spode Porcelain Hand-painted Rose Plate, English, 19th Century Marked underside 2/183 in yellow From a Private Collection in Manhattan. Good overall condi...

Category

19th Century English Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Set of 11 Early Spode Ironstone Imari Dessert Dishes Made circa 1815
Set of 11 Early Spode Ironstone Imari Dessert Dishes Made circa 1815

Set of 11 Early Spode Ironstone Imari Dessert Dishes Made circa 1815

By Spode

Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL

A set of 11 Imari style ironstone dessert dishes, made by Spode circa 1815. Josiah Spode II began producing stone china in 1813 as an alternative to porcelain. Stone china, also kno...

Category

Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Ironstone

Spode Felspar Floral Dessert Service, Yellow, Butterfly Handles, circa 1822
Spode Felspar Floral Dessert Service, Yellow, Butterfly Handles, circa 1822

Spode Felspar Floral Dessert Service, Yellow, Butterfly Handles, circa 1822

By Spode

Located in London, GB

This is a stunning and very rare dessert service made by Spode in 1822, which was the Regency era. This beautiful service, which is in perfect condition, would be fantastic for a summer dinner party! The service is made of Felspar porcelain and decorated in a beautiful pale yellow colour with an "Oeil de Perdrix" pattern and top quality floral reserves. The service consists of two lidded sauce tureens with stands, two deep rectangular dishes, two lozenge shaped dishes, one square dish, and six square dessert plates Spode was the great Pioneer among the Georgian potters in England. Around the year 1800 he perfected the bone china recipe that has been used by British potters ever since, and he was also the leading potter behind the technique of transferware, making it possible for English potters to replace the Chinese export china...

Category

1820s English Regency Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Spode & Copeland Pair of Cups and Saucers for Plummer Ltd NY, 1900-1936
Spode & Copeland Pair of Cups and Saucers for Plummer Ltd NY, 1900-1936

Spode & Copeland Pair of Cups and Saucers for Plummer Ltd NY, 1900-1936

By Copeland Spode, Spode

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

Pair of cup and saucer sets features multicolor abstract flower decors on lightly textured, semi-transparent fine porcelain blanks. The rims are decorated with thin marigold yellow rims, and the cups' handles are adorned with a single graphic accent in the same yellow color. The cups and saucers were created by Spode & Copeland for Plummer Ltd, New York. W. H. Plummer & Co Ltd. operated in 1st half of 20thcentury as a high-end retailer or department store in New York, NY, specializing in antique and modern English china, crystal, and silverware. It was located on 7&9 East 35th Street, New York, and opened the 2nd retail location on 696 5th Avenue, New York, in 1936. Cups and saucers are marked with green underglaze manufacturer backmark "Spode Copelands China England...

Category

1930s English Regency Revival Vintage Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain, Ceramic

Early 19th Century Spode Porcelain Coffee Can Hand Gilded Pattern 1099, Ca 1810
Early 19th Century Spode Porcelain Coffee Can Hand Gilded Pattern 1099, Ca 1810

Early 19th Century Spode Porcelain Coffee Can Hand Gilded Pattern 1099, Ca 1810

By Spode

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a fine example of an English George III period, porcelain, coffee can (cup), made by Spode in the early 19th century, circa 1810. The can is nominally straight sided and h...

Category

Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Spode Flower Cross Pearlware Plates, Set of 5
Spode Flower Cross Pearlware Plates, Set of 5

Spode Flower Cross Pearlware Plates, Set of 5

By Spode

Located in Stamford, CT

Set of five Spode Flower Cross pearlware plates. Set includes five matching plates.

Category

1830s English Regency Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Early 19th Century Spode Blue and White "Pagoda" Stone China Bowls, 1825
Pair of Early 19th Century Spode Blue and White "Pagoda" Stone China Bowls, 1825

Pair of Early 19th Century Spode Blue and White "Pagoda" Stone China Bowls, 1825

By Spode

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Pair of Early 19th Century Spode Blue and White "Pagoda" Stone China Bowls, England, Circa 1825 A finely preserved pair of early 19th-century English transferware bowls by Spode, de...

Category

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Spode, Rare Antique Gilt Porcelain Low Scent Jar, Pattern No. 671, circa 1805
Spode, Rare Antique Gilt Porcelain Low Scent Jar, Pattern No. 671, circa 1805

Spode, Rare Antique Gilt Porcelain Low Scent Jar, Pattern No. 671, circa 1805

By Spode

Located in Chatham, ON

Antique - SPODE - Georgian period - exceptional and rare - twin handled gilded porcelain large 'Low Scent Jar' - decorated with pattern number 671 - unsigned - illustrated on page 28...

Category

Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Spode Flower Cross Clobberware Dishes, Set of 3
Spode Flower Cross Clobberware Dishes, Set of 3

Spode Flower Cross Clobberware Dishes, Set of 3

By Spode

Located in Stamford, CT

Set of three Spode Flower Cross Clobberware Dishes. Set includes two matching plates and one shallow bowl. Clobbered bowl measures: 10" diameter x 3" ta...

Category

1930s English Regency Vintage Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Antique Early 19th Century Spode Porcelain Pattern Number 2408 Tea Cup & Saucer
Antique Early 19th Century Spode Porcelain Pattern Number 2408 Tea Cup & Saucer

Antique Early 19th Century Spode Porcelain Pattern Number 2408 Tea Cup & Saucer

By Spode

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique Spode porcelain cup & saucer. Pattern no. 2408 Decorated throughout with a cobalt floral patttern and extensive gilding. Simply a great cup & saucer from Spod...

Category

Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Pair of Antique Spode Topographical Porcelain Cobalt Blue Border Shrimp Bowls
Pair of Antique Spode Topographical Porcelain Cobalt Blue Border Shrimp Bowls

Pair of Antique Spode Topographical Porcelain Cobalt Blue Border Shrimp Bowls

By Spode

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A very Fine pair of Spode porcelain shrimp bowls. With rich gilding, underglaze cobalt blue borders, and hand painted topographical scenes at their centers. One scene depicts f...

Category

Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Fine 4 Pc, Spode Porcelain Rust and Gilt Personal Tea Service C. 1820
Fine 4 Pc, Spode Porcelain Rust and Gilt Personal Tea Service C. 1820

Fine 4 Pc, Spode Porcelain Rust and Gilt Personal Tea Service C. 1820

By Spode

Located in Atlanta, GA

Spode (English, founded 1770), circa 1820. An extremely fine quality and rare personal tea service in rust and gold. The surfaces are decorated in an imari style pallet - laurel leaf...

Category

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

8 Spode Aesthetic Movement Hand Painted Blue & Ivory Floral Dessert Plates
8 Spode Aesthetic Movement Hand Painted Blue & Ivory Floral Dessert Plates

8 Spode Aesthetic Movement Hand Painted Blue & Ivory Floral Dessert Plates

By Spode

Located in Great Barrington, MA

This set of 8 Spode Copelands dessert plates are perfect for a dessert course at an intimate dinner and also likely to be used as display or cabinet p...

Category

Early 1900s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

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Spode Porcelain Teacup, Imari Tobacco Leaf Pattern 967, Regency ca 1810
Spode Porcelain Teacup, Imari Tobacco Leaf Pattern 967, Regency ca 1810

Spode Porcelain Teacup, Imari Tobacco Leaf Pattern 967, Regency ca 1810

By Spode

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful teacup and saucer made by Spode in about 1810. The set is decorated with the famous Imari Tobacco Leaf pattern 967, which was first introduced by Spode in 1806. ...

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1810s English Regency Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Spode Porcelain Tea Service, Imari Tobacco Leaf Pattern 967, Georgian ca 1810
Spode Porcelain Tea Service, Imari Tobacco Leaf Pattern 967, Georgian ca 1810

Spode Porcelain Tea Service, Imari Tobacco Leaf Pattern 967, Georgian ca 1810

By Spode

Located in London, GB

This is a stunning tea service made by Spode in about 1810, consisting of a large teapot with cover, a milk jug, a sucrier with cover, a slop bowl, a saucer dish and 4 teacups with s...

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1810s English Regency Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Spode Porcelain Teacup, Imari Tobacco Leaf Pattern 967, Regency ca 1810
Spode Porcelain Teacup, Imari Tobacco Leaf Pattern 967, Regency ca 1810

Spode Porcelain Teacup, Imari Tobacco Leaf Pattern 967, Regency ca 1810

By Spode

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful teacup and saucer made by Spode in about 1810. The set is decorated with the famous Imari Tobacco Leaf pattern 967, which was first introduced by Spode in 1806. ...

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1810s English Regency Antique Spode Porcelain

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Porcelain

Spode Porcelain Shell Dish, Orange and Gilt Neoclassical Design, ca 1810
Spode Porcelain Shell Dish, Orange and Gilt Neoclassical Design, ca 1810

Spode Porcelain Shell Dish, Orange and Gilt Neoclassical Design, ca 1810

By Spode

Located in London, GB

This is a gorgeous dessert serving dish, or "shell dish", made by Spode in about 1810, which was the Regency era. The dish has a beautiful Neoclassical pattern of gilt details on an ...

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1810s English Neoclassical Antique Spode Porcelain

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Spode Milk Jug Creamer, Imari Patt. 1291 with Birds and Rich Gilt, ca 1808

Spode Milk Jug Creamer, Imari Patt. 1291 with Birds and Rich Gilt, ca 1808

By Spode

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful milk jug or creamer made by Spode around 1808. The jug is decorated in a richly gilded Imari pattern that has also been seen on Nantgarw porcelain, with beautiful birds. Josiah Spode was the great pioneer among the Georgian potters in England. Around the year 1800 he perfected the bone china recipe that has been used by everyone ever since, and he was also the leading potter behind the technique of transferware, making it possible for English potters to replace the import of Chinese china that had come to an end around that time, with their own. This was fundamental to a thriving industry that would last for about 150 years and provide half the world with their tableware. This pattern is interesting; it is probably copied from a Japanese pattern from the 18th Century. The Japanese Imari patterns from that era can have very rich gilding and this has the traditional Imari colour palette of underglaze cobalt blue and overglaze red and green. In the central panel on each side is a stunning exotic bird, and there is a little yellow bird at the foot under the mouth. The mouth of the jug is unusual; it has a very neoclassical English flower motif left out of the gilt covering. The jug is not marked (which is unusual for Spode) except the nearly washed off number 1291. It is clear from the shape, size and remaining pattern number that this is a Spode jug...

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Early 1800s English Regency Antique Spode Porcelain

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Porcelain

Spode Porcelain Teacup Trio, Lavender Blue with Flower Sprays, Regency ca 1815
Spode Porcelain Teacup Trio, Lavender Blue with Flower Sprays, Regency ca 1815

Spode Porcelain Teacup Trio, Lavender Blue with Flower Sprays, Regency ca 1815

By Spode

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful "true trio" consisting of a teacup, a coffee cup and a saucer, made by Spode in about 1815. It is decorated with pattern 2234 with a striking lavender or periwinkle blue border and finely painted flower sprays. In the late 18th and early 19th Century a "true trio" is how cups and saucers were sold; as you would never drink tea and coffee at the same time, why invest in an extra saucer? Josiah Spode was the great pioneer among the Georgian potters in England. Around the year 1800 he perfected the bone china recipe that has been used by everyone ever since, and he was also the leading potter behind the technique of transferware, making it possible for English potters to replace the import of Chinese china that had come to an end around that time, with their own. This was fundamental to a thriving industry that would last for about 150 years and provide half the world with their tableware. This set is made in the famous "London" shape, which was brought out by Spode in 1812 and was quickly copied by all other makers. It then remained the most popular shape for about 10 years. The set is potted in fine white porcelain - by the year 1810 Spode had perfected his recipe for bone china and it became beautifully smooth, white, thin and translucent. All three items are marked with the red hand painted SPODE mark and the pattern number 2234. CONDITION REPORT The set is in excellent antique condition without any damage, repairs or crazing. There is some minimal wear as visible in the pictures...

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By Spode

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful coffee can and saucer made by Spode around 1806. The set is decorated in a stunning pattern of dense gilt foliage and a cobalt blue band in the Neoclassical taste...

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Early 1800s English Neoclassical Antique Spode Porcelain

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Spode Porcelain Coffee Can, Neoclassical Gilt Foliage, Georgian ca 1804
Spode Porcelain Coffee Can, Neoclassical Gilt Foliage, Georgian ca 1804

Spode Porcelain Coffee Can, Neoclassical Gilt Foliage, Georgian ca 1804

By Spode

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful coffee can and saucer made by Spode around 1804. The set is decorated in a stunning pattern of dense gilt foliage in the Neoclassical taste. Josiah Spode was the...

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Early 1800s English George III Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Georgian Spode Coffee Can Porcelain hand decorated & marked SPODE, circa 1810
Georgian Spode Coffee Can Porcelain hand decorated & marked SPODE, circa 1810

Georgian Spode Coffee Can Porcelain hand decorated & marked SPODE, circa 1810

By Spode

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a very good quality porcelain coffee can by Spode of Staffordshire, England, made during the very early 19th century, George 111rd period, circa 1805. The coffee can is no...

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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Spode Porcelain

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Porcelain

Spode Porcelain Teacup Trio, Imari Tobacco Leaf Patt. 967, Regency, circa 1810
Spode Porcelain Teacup Trio, Imari Tobacco Leaf Patt. 967, Regency, circa 1810

Spode Porcelain Teacup Trio, Imari Tobacco Leaf Patt. 967, Regency, circa 1810

By Spode

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful true trio made by Spode around 1810. The set is decorated in the famous Imari Tobacco Leaf pattern 967. In the early 19th Century, cups and saucers were sold as "...

Category

1810s English Regency Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Spode Porcelain Coffee Can Hand Painted & Gilded Pattern 967, circa 1810
Spode Porcelain Coffee Can Hand Painted & Gilded Pattern 967, circa 1810

Spode Porcelain Coffee Can Hand Painted & Gilded Pattern 967, circa 1810

By Spode

Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire

This is a very fine example of an English George III period, porcelain, coffee can, made by Spode and hand painted in Pattern 967, during the early 19th Century, circa 1815. The can is nominally straight sided and has the Spode loop handle with a pronounced kick or kink to the lower part, with a lower attachment that curves out from the cup. Spode is the only factory with a handle of this exact shape. The can has a fine and beautifully hand-painted Imari pattern with superb rich enameling and hand gilding in Gold. Heavily gilded porcelain of this period were called "Candlelight Wares" because of the brilliance of their gilding. Even the outer handle is covered in gold. This pattern 967, is recognised as being their most sought after Candlelight pattern of the time and is fully documented on pages 50-52 in Steven Smith's book: Spode & Copeland, published by Schiffer. The can has the pattern number, "967" hand painted to the inner foot rim in iron red. We have other pieces in this superb pattern as per the last image, all by Spode. Overall, a very beautiful early Spode Coffee Can...

Category

Early 19th Century English George III Antique Spode Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

Spode porcelain for sale on 1stDibs.

Spode porcelain are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Spode porcelain, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original porcelain by Spode were created in the Regency style in europe during the 19th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider porcelain by Samuel Alcock & Co., Coalport Porcelain, and Chamberlains Worcester. Prices for Spode porcelain can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $147 and can go as high as $17,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $682.
Questions About Spode Porcelain
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Spode Copeland is a brand of fine antique porcelain from Britain. The Spode company started in 1776, and was bought by the Copeland family early in the 1830s. Browse a collection of Spode Copeland porcelain pieces from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Spode pottery dates back to the 1770s and the originator of the company, Josiah Spode. Josiah Spode was born in 1733 and learned the trade by working for other local potters until 1775 when he established his own company. Find a collection of expertly vetted Spode pottery from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell if a Spode is vintage, do some research using trusted online resources. Start by comparing the brand mark on your piece to images shared online to get a rough idea of the timeframe during which it was produced. From there, you can look at catalogues and references to identify the pattern and get a clearer picture of its manufacturing date. If your piece was made 20 to 99 years ago, it is vintage. Older pieces are antiques, while newer ones are contemporary. Should you run into any difficulty, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can help you with the dating process. Explore a collection of Spode pottery on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Whether Spode is made in England or China depends on the piece. Spode continues to manufacture some of its iconic china at its workshop in Stoke-on-Trent, England, which has been in continuous operation for more than 250 years. However, some lines now originate from factories in China that adhere to the brand's strict quality standards. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Spode pieces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    Yes, some Spode pottery is worth something. Spode is one of the oldest and most distinguished of the great pottery companies of Staffordshire, the time-honored home of English ceramics. The firm’s blue and white bone china transferware is a timeless classic. Spode dishes compose the sort of elegant dinner service that most of us envision on a traditional holiday table, and as a result, pieces produced by the maker are often in high demand. Potential selling prices of Spode pottery vary based on type, style, pattern, age, condition and other factors. If you'd like to know how much items in your collection may be worth, consider using the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Spode pottery.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Whether you can put Spode china in the dishwasher varies. Some pieces are dishwasher-safe and will be marked as such on their backs or bottoms. Other pieces cannot be safely placed in the dishwasher. If your Spode china doesn't have a dishwasher-safe marking, err on the side of caution and hand wash it only. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Spode china.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Most Spode is bone china. During its early decades, Spode was the first to develop a standard formula for the making of bone china, and most of its pieces made after this innovation are examples of bone china. However, particularly early on, Spode did make other types of pottery, such as earthenware. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Spode china.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Spode pottery and homewares are still being made. Spode is an English brand founded by Josiah Spode and is credited for perfecting the techniques that were crucial to the future success of English pottery. Spode pottery can be purchased through authorized retailers, such as 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Whether Spode Christmas dishes can go in the microwave varies. Many of the British maker's dinnerware is dishwasher-safe as well as microwave- and freezer-safe, but not all its pieces are. As a result, you should look at the markings on the bottom of your dishes and consult the care instructions that accompany them for advice on how to safely use them. Find a large selection of Spode porcelain and ceramic wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    No, Spode Christmas Tree is not still made in England. In 2006, the British maker began producing its iconic holiday china in Malaysia. Pieces made prior to 2006 originated at the company's workshop in Stoke-on-Trent, England. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Spode china from some of the world's top sellers.