Aynsley china is known for it’s high-quality, strong, and brilliantly white bone china. It gained Royal patronages firstly from Queen Victoria, who gave the Royal seal of approval used in their factory mark, and latterly Queen Elizabeth. Today it is one of the most sought after antique china by collectors worldwide.

This rare tea set was made at John Aynsley’s Portland works in Staffordshire, circa 1905, for the London retailer Thomas Goode. The footed cup of open peony shape with bean handle is typical  of the Victorian era, the rims being gently scalloped. Garlands of pink and lilac English garden flowers adorn all pieces with gilded handles. 

The tea set consists of …..

5 Peony shaped teacups – 9.5 cm diameter x 5 cm high

6 Tea saucers – 14 cm diameter

6 Tea plates – 16 cm diameter

1 Milk jug

1 Sugar bowl

2 Cake/bread and butter plates

1 lidded Muffin/crumpet dish

Excellent condition, little if any use.