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Country Style W.H. Grindley & Co. 9 Piece Coffee Service
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This beautifully preserved vintage coffee service by W.H. Grindley & Co. stands out for its charming countryside motif, meticulous transferware detailing, and full, coordinated set — a rarity to find intact today. Made in England, likely mid-20th century, it features rich, hand-tinted colors over a traditional black transfer pattern. The rustic rural scene — cottages, winding lanes, and pastoral trees — evokes a romanticized vision of the English countryside, making it a nostalgic and heartwarming addition to any table or display.
Its value lies not only in its completeness and condition but also in its historical craftsmanship. The ornate floral banding around the edges and elegant shaping of the handles, lids, and spouts reflect the exceptional design sensibilities of British ceramics from the era.
Imagine sitting down to coffee with a set that feels like stepping into a vintage postcard of the English countryside. Each piece — from the tall, curvaceous coffee pot to the sugar bowl, milk jug, and matching cups and saucers — is decorated with an idyllic rural scene in warm earth tones: mossy greens, barn reds, and sky blues. The detailing is crisp and evocative, framed by intricate scrolling black floral borders.
The pieces are substantial yet refined, with a lovely weight in the hand and just enough age to add charm without losing functionality. This is a coffee service that can be proudly displayed and joyfully used — perfect for slow mornings or afternoon tea with guests.
W.H. Grindley & Co. was founded in 1880 in Tunstall, Staffordshire, England — the heart of Britain’s pottery industry. Known for their ironstone and earthenware, they exported widely and specialized in tableware with scenic transferware designs that became household staples across Britain and its colonies.
This “Country Style” pattern typifies the brand’s appeal — romantic, accessible, and rooted in a deep affection for pastoral life. It’s a piece of ceramic history that reflects mid-century ideals of domestic comfort and visual storytelling through design.
This set includes -
6 coffee cups - 2.6 inches height, 3.4 inches diameter
6 saucers - 5.5 inches
1 milk pourer - 4.5 inches height
1 sugar pot - 4.5 inches height
1 Coffee Kettle - 8 inches height, 8 inches depth
- Creator:W. H. Grindley & Co. (Maker)
- Sold As:Set of 9
- Style:Country (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1940
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Worcester Park, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU10436245002992
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