Shelley Oleander Flower Cup and Saucer

Vintage Arts: Decorative Art: Ceramics: English: Porcelain Pre 1950: item #790426
PF-119

The 3-1/4 inch in diameter cup is footed and marked with the green Shelley backstamp. The 5-1/2 inch saucer is marked for Shelley and also bears the words "Oleander Flower" and "Bermuda", which might indicate this was one of a series of tropical flowers, made circa 1950. Both pieces are in mint condition.

Deco Paragon Trio

Vintage Arts: Decorative Art: Ceramics: English: Porcelain Pre 1940: item #790410
BC-153

A mint condition trio manufactured in England by Paragon pottery, circa 1935. The cup is 3-3/4 inches in diameter, with curvy stepped sides and a shaped handle. The 5-1/2 inch diameter saucer is marked with the single warrant, as are the other pieces. The plate measures 6-1/4 inches in diameter, and has the additional mark for Barkers, Kensington, which was the original retailer for this fine set.

Paragon June Glory Cup and Saucer

Vintage Arts: Decorative Art: Ceramics: English: Porcelain Pre 1950: item #790404
PF-113

A lovely set decorated in an all-over chintz type pattern of yellow primroses on a pale pink background, this set was made by Paragon circa 1950. The rim and foot of the 3-1/2 inch diameter cup are scalloped and the handle is shaped. The scalloped saucer is 5-1/4 inches in diameter. Both pieces are in mint condition with no chips, cracks, repairs, stains or crazing.

WORCESTER CHINA BOOKLET. 1920s

Vintage Arts: Decorative Art: Ceramics: English: Porcelain Pre 1930: item #788227

A GUIDE THROUGH THE WORCESTER ROYAL PORCELAIN WORKS. Worcester: Bayliss & Son, Ltd., (1920s). 48 pages plus covers. Illustrated. Includes a history of the company dating back to 1751, descriptions of all aspects of the manufacturing process, and has four pages showing the company's marks. Measures 7 1/4" x 3 1/4". A few neat ink notations on the marks' pages otherwise in excellent condition (please see enlargements 5 & 6). A scarce booklet.

Deco Paragon Demitasse Set

Vintage Arts: Decorative Art: Ceramics: English: Porcelain Pre 1940: item #788034
PF-166

The 2-3/8 inch tall cup has the stepped sides, shaped handle, and orange accents painted over the glaze that were features of the Deco era pieces made by Paragon pottery in England. The saucer is 4-1/2 inches in diameter and has an unusual backstamp (see photo) with the registration number for the year 1932. The cup has the single warrant backstamp. Both pieces are in mint condition with no chips, cracks, repairs, stains or crazing.

Shelley Golden Broom Demitasse Set

Vintage Arts: Decorative Art: Ceramics: English: Porcelain Pre 1950: item #788025
BC-175

A mint condition set made by Shelley potteries in England prior to 1950. I believe the pattern is called "Golden Broom" - it is one of the single species floral decorations that Shelley specialized in during the mid-20th century. The fluted cup measures 2-1/4 inches tall, the fluted saucer is 4-5/8 inches in diameter. Both pieces are marked with the green Shelley shield. No chips, cracks, repairs, stains or crazing.

Shelley Woodland Demitasse Set

Vintage Arts: Decorative Art: Ceramics: English: Porcelain Pre 1950: item #788018
PF-173

Mint condition demitasse or coffee set made by Shelley pottery in England, decorated in one of their scenic patterns, called "Woodland". The cup is 2-1/4 inches tall, the saucer is 4-3/4 inches in diameter. Manufactured circa 1945 to 1950, the set has no chips, cracks, repairs, stains or crazing.

ROYAL WORCESTER HP Fruit PLATE signed Phillips

Vintage Arts: Decorative Art: Ceramics: English: Porcelain Pre 1940: item #787891

This is a gorgeous Royal Worcester plate. It has a thick cobalt blue enamel border that is scalloped edged. Handpainted fruit om center with artist signed E Phillips. Marked with Worcester mark on back. Measures 8.5". No chips or cracks. A few minor surface scratches. It's a superb plate and perfect for collector.

ROYAL WORCESTER HP Fruit PLATE signed Phillips

Vintage Arts: Decorative Art: Ceramics: English: Porcelain Pre 1940: item #787888

This is a gorgeous Royal Worcester plate. It has a thick cobalt blue enamel border that is scalloped edged. Hand painted fruit in center with artist signed E Phillips. Marked with Worcester mark on back. Measures 8.5". No chips or cracks. A few minor surface scratches. It's a superb plate and perfect for collector.

Royal Crown Derby Imari Gold Demitasse Cup & Saucer

Vintage Arts: Decorative Art: Ceramics: English: Porcelain Pre 1950: item #787781

This is a gorgeous Royal Crown Derby Imari demitasse cup and saucer. Decorated in gold gilt, cobalt and gold. Cup measures 3" and saucer 4.25". Cup has slight ageline on inside lip. No other chips or cracks. A lovely set.