Mason's England - Table service (68) - Watteau - Ceramic
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Description from the seller
Let yourself be carried away by the romantic atmosphere of the English countryside with this extraordinary tableware service by Mason’s. The 'Watteau' pattern, characterized by pastoral-inspired gallant scenes in a captivating burgundy/purple tone, turns every course into a tale from bygone times. It is a set that exudes genuine warmth, perfect for those who want a table that speaks of history, tradition, and noble yet non-ostentatious elegance. The delicate festoon border work gives each piece a graceful, unique movement.
Lot composition:
- 35 flat plates 25.5ø (one plate with a small chip)
- 12 soup plates 24.5ø (one plate with a small chip)
- 10 bread plates 22.5ø
- 2 small oval serving plates 20.5x13
- 2 salad bowls 23.5ø (one salad bowl has a small chip)
- 3 oval serving plates 34x27; 40x32; 44.5x35.5
- 1 tureen 26ø
- 1 rectangular salad plate 29x24
- 1 gravy boat
Historical note and Manufacture:
The Mason’s brand, founded at the end of the 18th century, is famous worldwide for patenting the "Ironstone China", an exceptionally durable ceramic created to imitate Chinese porcelain. This service, produced in England, belongs to the 'Watteau' series, one of the most beloved by collectors for the delicacy of its landscapes and period costume figures. A true symbol of British ceramic craftsmanship that has furnished Europe’s finest homes.
Condition:
The service presents itself in good vintage condition. For enthusiasts of the genre, this set possesses the authentic charm of antique pieces: there are the natural darkening of the ceramic and the classic craquelure effect (the fine network of glaze cracks). These marks are not defects, but the precious "heritage of time" that gives the service its lived-in and romantically sought-after character in the world of antiques.
Shipping:
Secure shipping with trackable express courier. Being a large and delicate lot, it will be meticulously and "tailor-made" packed to protect every piece. For safety reasons, the service will probably be divided into several sturdy packages.
Seller's Story
Vintage ceramics and porcelains are often worked and decorated with masterful precision and delicacy, they are objects of timeless charm, the result of knowledge handed down and widespread. From a historical and cultural point of view, they represent an extraordinary combination of craftsmanship and art, which takes the form of works of rare beauty.
An authentic passion that drives me to identify shapes, models and decorations and to identify a possible or certain dating of the objects through a continuous study of sources and archives.
Translated by Google TranslateLet yourself be carried away by the romantic atmosphere of the English countryside with this extraordinary tableware service by Mason’s. The 'Watteau' pattern, characterized by pastoral-inspired gallant scenes in a captivating burgundy/purple tone, turns every course into a tale from bygone times. It is a set that exudes genuine warmth, perfect for those who want a table that speaks of history, tradition, and noble yet non-ostentatious elegance. The delicate festoon border work gives each piece a graceful, unique movement.
Lot composition:
- 35 flat plates 25.5ø (one plate with a small chip)
- 12 soup plates 24.5ø (one plate with a small chip)
- 10 bread plates 22.5ø
- 2 small oval serving plates 20.5x13
- 2 salad bowls 23.5ø (one salad bowl has a small chip)
- 3 oval serving plates 34x27; 40x32; 44.5x35.5
- 1 tureen 26ø
- 1 rectangular salad plate 29x24
- 1 gravy boat
Historical note and Manufacture:
The Mason’s brand, founded at the end of the 18th century, is famous worldwide for patenting the "Ironstone China", an exceptionally durable ceramic created to imitate Chinese porcelain. This service, produced in England, belongs to the 'Watteau' series, one of the most beloved by collectors for the delicacy of its landscapes and period costume figures. A true symbol of British ceramic craftsmanship that has furnished Europe’s finest homes.
Condition:
The service presents itself in good vintage condition. For enthusiasts of the genre, this set possesses the authentic charm of antique pieces: there are the natural darkening of the ceramic and the classic craquelure effect (the fine network of glaze cracks). These marks are not defects, but the precious "heritage of time" that gives the service its lived-in and romantically sought-after character in the world of antiques.
Shipping:
Secure shipping with trackable express courier. Being a large and delicate lot, it will be meticulously and "tailor-made" packed to protect every piece. For safety reasons, the service will probably be divided into several sturdy packages.
Seller's Story
Vintage ceramics and porcelains are often worked and decorated with masterful precision and delicacy, they are objects of timeless charm, the result of knowledge handed down and widespread. From a historical and cultural point of view, they represent an extraordinary combination of craftsmanship and art, which takes the form of works of rare beauty.
An authentic passion that drives me to identify shapes, models and decorations and to identify a possible or certain dating of the objects through a continuous study of sources and archives.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
68
Material
Ceramic
Manufacturer/brand
Mason's England
Model
Watteau
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
60 cm
Width
40 cm
Depth
40 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
