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Mason’s Ironstone Blue 'Fruit Basket' Soup Bowls
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These Mason’s Ironstone soup bowls in the "Fruit Basket" pattern offer a beautiful intersection of English tradition and enduring craftsmanship. Produced in mid-20th-century England, they feature a richly detailed transferware design in cobalt and soft overglaze enamel tones, depicting an abundant fruit basket surrounded by intricate floral motifs and framed with an ornate scalloped border.
What makes them unique is not just the artistry of the design but the robust quality of ironstone—a ceramic originally developed to withstand daily use without sacrificing elegance. The contrasting detail of vivid blue fruits with hand-applied highlights gives each bowl a tactile depth and warmth that printed designs alone can't achieve.
If you haven’t seen them in person, imagine the gentle weight and sturdiness of vintage English pottery, with a smooth glazed finish and subtle signs of age—slight crazing or patina—that speak to their history. The deep well makes them ideal for soups, pastas, or even as display pieces in an open hutch or wall rack.
Their background is rooted in Mason’s legacy, a name synonymous with ironstone ware since 1813. The "Fruit Basket" pattern is a classic example of mid-century revival of 19th-century motifs, designed for post-war homes that valued both function and tradition. These bowls were not just utilitarian—they were part of a lifestyle that celebrated gathering, sharing, and keeping beauty close to everyday life.
Whether you're a collector, decorator, or just someone drawn to timeless blue-and-white ceramics, this pair offers authentic charm with a story to tell.
- Creator:Mason's Ironstone (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 2 in (5.08 cm)Diameter: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)
- Sold As:Set of 2
- Style:Regency (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1930
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Worcester Park, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU10436245001682
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