Johnson Bros. - Dinner set for 12 (44) - Porcelain - Tulip Time

Important service of dishes for 12 people in English earthenware decorated by the historic Johnson Bros pottery, featuring the famous “Tulip Time” design, one of the most appreciated lines in British production of the mid-20th century.

Each piece is adorned with evocative countryside views of windmills, waterways, boats and architectures typical of the Netherlands, enclosed within a rich floral frame composed of tulips and stylized botanical motifs. The blue underglaze decoration on a white background recalls the Delft ceramic tradition, reinterpreted in the elegant English taste that made Johnson Bros renowned worldwide.
The flowing shapes of the rims, enhanced by light grooves and wavy profiles, give the set a particular elegance, while the fine earthenware quality guarantees robustness and practicality of use. The ensemble expresses a perfect balance between functionality and decorative value, making it ideal for a classical table or as a collectible object.
The “Tulip Time” pattern represents one of the most fascinating interpretations of North European tradition in 20th-century English ceramic production, particularly valued for its iconographic richness and delicate color harmony.

The set is complete for 12 people and consists of 43 pieces:
12 flat plates
12 soup plates
12 appetizer or dessert plates
1 tureen
1 round platter
1 oval platter
1 sauce boat
1 sauce ladle
1 oval saucer
2 salad bowls

Perfect condition.