Shropshire Porcelain Tea Duo

An extremely rare tea set made in Madeley, Shropshire circa 1840. The set is quite heavily potted porcelain, in the Gainsborough shape, hand decorated with floral sprays, a thick green band and wonderful gilt decoration. Pattern number 2012 painted in iron red on base of saucer and cup.

Shropshire is a county in the West Midlands region of England. The eastern area of the county is rich in coal and clay, and many centres of ceramic production were established along the banks of the river Severn to exploit these reserves. They include Coalbrookdale, Madeley and Coalport all north of the river.

Elegant footed tea cup – 6.5 cm x 11 cm diameter

Saucer – 15 cm

Fabulous quality and condition, looks unused.