Mason’s Ironstone Blue 'Fruit Basket' Soup Bowls

This antique square bowl by Mason’s Ironstone, featuring the classic Fruit Basket pattern in blue, is a beautifully preserved example of early 19th-century English ceramics. What mak...

This vibrant floral bowl is a striking example of early 20th-century English transferware at its finest. What sets the 'Nankin' pattern apart is its exuberant border of hand-tinted blooms in vivid pinks, yellows, and cornflower blues, offset by ornate scrollwork. The design is at once lively and elegant — capturing the essence of English country charm while echoing the chinoiserie influences that inspired many early transferware patterns. Crafted by Booths Ltd., a respected pottery firm based in Stoke-on-Trent, this bowl hails from a time when utility and artistry were perfectly entwined. The attention to detail — from the clarity of the transfer pattern to the hand-coloring — reflects a level of craftsmanship that’s increasingly rare. It's not just a bowl, but a slice of design history with practical beauty and enduring value. Whether used or displayed, it elevates the everyday. Imagine a garden party in bloom, captured on porcelain. This medium-sized bowl has a creamy white base encircled by a riot of florals, delicately outlined and filled with rich, jewel-toned hues. The florals are framed by an intricate teal scroll border that adds a refined finish. It has a subtle gloss, a graceful profile, and just the right amount of vintage patina to show it’s lived a life well-loved. The ‘Nankin’ pattern was produced under Booths’ "Whieldon Ware...

A very good quality antique transfer plate or serving bowl by Cauldon Messina. English blue and white Delft style porcelain. Great for all occasio...

Pair of 19th century transfer plates with flow blue decoration. Marked with an impressed GL Ashworth mark. Ashworth pottery was in Hanley in Staffordshi...