H.M. Williamson & Sons - Tea service (32) - Porcelain

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A 32‑piece early Edwardian porcelain tea service by H.M. Williamson & Sons of the Bridge Pottery, Longton, Staffordshire, in the Alfonso pattern with rust‑crimson floral transferware and gilded scrollwork, including 10 teacups, 10 saucers, 10 tea/side plates, 1 milk jug and 1 large serving plate, missing the sugar bowl and in excellent condition with a total weight of 8.6 kg and dimensions of 22 cm by 22 cm by 3 cm.

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A exceptionally beautiful and highly collectible early Edwardian fine bone china tea service manufactured by H.M. Williamson & Sons at the Bridge Pottery works in Longton, Staffordshire, England.

This large service features the elegant, sought-after "Alfonso" pattern, beautifully executed with a rust-crimson floral transferware motif, intricate hand-painted gold/ochre scrollwork flourishes, and a delicately scalloped, gilded rim. The porcelain itself features a classic Victorian swirl-molded shape.

The undersides bear the distinct printed brown monogram mark of H.M. Williamson & Sons ("HMW & S") along with the pattern name "ALFONSO". It also features the hand-painted pattern number reference and the faint green British Registered Design number (Rd No 624122), which dates the registration of this specific design precisely to 1903/1904.

**The Lot Includes 32 Pieces Total:**
* 10 x Teacups
* 10 x Saucers
* 10 x Tea / Side Plates
* 1 x Milk Jug / Creamer
* 1 x Large Cake / Serving Plate
*(Please note: This set is missing the sugar bowl, but remains a fully functional, complete 10-setting service).*

Condition Report:
Excellent antique condition. The remaining 32 pieces have been used for cabinet display only, meaning the porcelain is completely free of chips, cracks, or restorations. The colors remain vibrant, and the delicate hand-painted gilding shows virtually no wear, which is exceptionally rare for a service of this age.

**Shipping & Packaging:**
This delicate set will be packed with professional-grade care. Every single piece will be individually double-wrapped in bubble wrap and shipped inside a heavily padded, sturdy double-walled box to guarantee its safe arrival. Shipped via fully tracked and insured courier.



A exceptionally beautiful and highly collectible early Edwardian fine bone china tea service manufactured by H.M. Williamson & Sons at the Bridge Pottery works in Longton, Staffordshire, England.

This large service features the elegant, sought-after "Alfonso" pattern, beautifully executed with a rust-crimson floral transferware motif, intricate hand-painted gold/ochre scrollwork flourishes, and a delicately scalloped, gilded rim. The porcelain itself features a classic Victorian swirl-molded shape.

The undersides bear the distinct printed brown monogram mark of H.M. Williamson & Sons ("HMW & S") along with the pattern name "ALFONSO". It also features the hand-painted pattern number reference and the faint green British Registered Design number (Rd No 624122), which dates the registration of this specific design precisely to 1903/1904.

**The Lot Includes 32 Pieces Total:**
* 10 x Teacups
* 10 x Saucers
* 10 x Tea / Side Plates
* 1 x Milk Jug / Creamer
* 1 x Large Cake / Serving Plate
*(Please note: This set is missing the sugar bowl, but remains a fully functional, complete 10-setting service).*

Condition Report:
Excellent antique condition. The remaining 32 pieces have been used for cabinet display only, meaning the porcelain is completely free of chips, cracks, or restorations. The colors remain vibrant, and the delicate hand-painted gilding shows virtually no wear, which is exceptionally rare for a service of this age.

**Shipping & Packaging:**
This delicate set will be packed with professional-grade care. Every single piece will be individually double-wrapped in bubble wrap and shipped inside a heavily padded, sturdy double-walled box to guarantee its safe arrival. Shipped via fully tracked and insured courier.


Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
8.6 kg
Specific region of origin
Staffordshire
Number of objects
32
Country of origin
United Kingdom
Manufacturer/brand
H.M. Williamson & Sons
Material
Porcelain
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
3 cm
Width
22 cm
Depth
22 cm
Estimated period
1900-1910
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