Midwinter/Staffordshire/Ironstone

Dating from circa 1955 here is a Midwinter lidded vegetable dish in the Stylecraft/Fashion 'Nature Study' design which was designed by the legendary Terence Conran of Habitat and Heals fame.  It's an incredibly decorative item both in terms of shape and design and looks fabulous on display - these are highly collectable items and becoming rather difficult to come by.  Fully marked to the base with 'STYLECRAFT FASHION TABLEWARE BY MIDWINTER, Staffordshire ENGLAND.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:   TBC      Weight  1350g

CONDITION: Good condition overall with no chips or cracks.

Dating from 1960 here is an absolutely gorgeous Midwinter coffee pot in the Stylecraft 'Cassandra' pattern in the Fashion shape.  It's an incredibly decorative item both in terms of shape and design and looks fabulous on display - these are highly collectable items and in this pristine mint condition very difficult to come by.  We also have matching 'Cassandra' cups and saucers for sale separately which will be listed shortly.  Fully marked to the base with 'Midwinter Stylecraft, Staffordshire England, Fashion Shape 10-60' (the '60' denotes the year of production, 1960 in this instance although the pattern was in production from the mid 1950's).  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:  Height  9in/23cm     Weight  824g

CONDITION: Amazing original mint condition with no chips, cracks, hairlines or crazing - lovely!

Dating from 1962 here is a small bowl in the fabulous 'Pacifico' pattern from Copeland Spode.  Made from white alenite, a specially developed flameproof pottery in production only for a short time (introduced in 1960 and discontinued in 1966).  This particular pattern 'Pacifico' was introduced in 1962 but didn't appear in the last alenite 1966 catalogue so had an even shorter production run.  In absolutely beautiful condition it looks unused and is an extremely fine quality piece of dinnerware.  Marked to the base with 'Copeland Spode, England, Pacifico S.3382' (we have three of these for sale separately - price given is for one bowl).  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:   Handle to Handle  6.5in/16.5cm   Weight 205g

CONDITION:  Beautiful clean and undamaged condition - no chips, cracks or hairlines and minimal surface wear, it looks completely unused.

Dating from 1962 here is a gravy/sauce boat and stand in the fabulous 'Pacifico' pattern from Copeland Spode.  Made from white alenite, a specially developed flameproof pottery in production only for a short time (introduced in 1960 and discontinued in 1966).  This particular pattern 'Pacifico' was introduced in 1962 but didn't appear in the last alenite 1966 catalogue so had an even shorter production run.  In absolutely beautiful condition it looks unused and is an extremely fine quality piece of dinnerware.  Marked to the base with 'Copeland Spode, England, Pacifico S.3382' (we have two sets of these for sale separately - price given is for one sauce boat and one matching stand). Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:   Jug Length 9.5in/24cm   Saucer Length 10.25in/26cm   Weight  580g

CONDITION:  Beautiful clean and undamaged condition - no chips, cracks or hairlines and minimal surface wear, it looks completely unused.

Dating from 1962 here is a side or bread plate in the fabulous 'Pacifico' pattern from Copeland Spode.  Made from white alenite, a specially developed flameproof pottery in production only for a short time (introduced in 1960 and discontinued in 1966).  This particular pattern 'Pacifico' was introduced in 1962 but didn't appear in the last alenite 1966 catalogue so had an even shorter production run.  In absolutely beautiful condition it looks unused and is an extremely fine quality piece of dinnerware.  Marked to the base with 'Copeland Spode, England, Pacifico S.3382' (we have twelve of these for sale separately - price given is for one plate).  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:   Diameter 6.5in/16.5cm   Weight 205g

CONDITION:  Beautiful clean and undamaged condition - no chips, cracks or hairlines and minimal surface wear, it looks completely unused.

Dating from 1962 here is a salad or dessert plate in the fabulous 'Pacifico' pattern from Copeland Spode.  Made from white alenite, a specially developed flameproof pottery in production only for a short time (introduced in 1960 and discontinued in 1966).  This particular pattern 'Pacifico' was introduced in 1962 but didn't appear in the last alenite 1966 catalogue so had an even shorter production run.  In absolutely beautiful condition it looks unused and is an extremely fine quality piece of dinnerware.  Marked to the base with 'Copeland Spode, England, Pacifico S.3382' (we have six of these for sale separately - price given is for one plate).  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:   Diameter 8.75in/22.5cm   Weight 350g

CONDITION:  Beautiful clean and undamaged condition - no chips, cracks or hairlines and minimal surface wear, it looks completely unused.

Dating from 1962 here is a dinner plate in the fabulous 'Pacifico' pattern from Copeland Spode.  Made from white alenite, a specially developed flameproof pottery in production only for a short time (introduced in 1960 and discontinued in 1966).  This particular pattern 'Pacifico' was introduced in 1962 but didn't appear in the last alenite 1966 catalogue so had an even shorter production run.  In absolutely beautiful condition it looks unused and is an extremely fine quality piece of dinnerware.  Marked to the base with 'Copeland Spode, England, Pacifico S.3382' (we have five of these for sale separately - price given is for one plate).  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:   Diameter 10.5in/26cm   Weight 565g

CONDITION:  Beautiful clean and undamaged condition - no chips, cracks or hairlines and minimal surface wear, it looks completely unused.

Dating from 1962 here is a small serving plate in the fabulous 'Pacifico' pattern from Copeland Spode.  Made from white alenite, a specially developed flameproof pottery in production only for a short time (introduced in 1960 and discontinued in 1966).  This particular pattern 'Pacifico' was introduced in 1962 but didn't appear in the last alenite 1966 catalogue so had an even shorter production run.  In absolutely beautiful condition it looks unused and is an extremely fine quality piece of dinnerware.  Marked to the base with 'Copeland Spode, England, Pacifico S.3382' (we have two of these for sale separately - price given is for one plate). Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:   Length 12.25in/31cm   Width  7.5in/19cm   Weight  615g

CONDITION:  Beautiful clean and undamaged condition - no chips, cracks or hairlines and minimal surface wear, it looks completely unused.

Dating from 1962 here is a medium serving plate, suitable for a joint of meat or a chicken, in the fabulous 'Pacifico' pattern from Copeland Spode.  Made from white alenite, a specially developed flameproof pottery in production only for a short time (introduced in 1960 and discontinued in 1966).  This particular pattern 'Pacifico' was introduced in 1962 but didn't appear in the last alenite 1966 catalogue so had an even shorter production run.  In absolutely beautiful condition it looks unused and is an extremely fine quality piece of dinnerware.  Marked to the base with 'Copeland Spode, England, Pacifico S.3382'.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:   Length 13.5in/34cm   Width  8.75in/22.5cm   Weight  960g

CONDITION:  Beautiful clean and undamaged condition - no chips, cracks or hairlines and minimal surface wear, it looks completely unused.

Dating from 1962 here is a large serving plate, suitable for a joint of meat or a turkey, in the fabulous 'Pacifico' pattern from Copeland Spode.  Made from white alenite, a specially developed flameproof pottery in production only for a short time (introduced in 1960 and discontinued in 1966).  This particular pattern 'Pacifico' was introduced in 1962 but didn't appear in the last alenite 1966 catalogue so had an even shorter production run.  In absolutely beautiful condition it looks unused and is an extremely fine quality piece of dinnerware.  Marked to the base with 'Copeland Spode, England, Pacifico S.3382'.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:   Length 15in/39cm   Width  10.25in/26cm   Weight  1170g

CONDITION:  Beautiful clean and undamaged condition - no chips, cracks or hairlines and minimal surface wear, it looks completely unused.

Dating from 1962 here is a fabulous lidded vegetable dish from Copeland Spode in the 'Pacifico' pattern.  Made from white alenite, a specially developed flameproof pottery in production only for a short time (introduced in 1960 and discontinued in 1966).  This particular pattern 'Pacifico' was introduced in 1962 but didn't appear in the last alenite 1966 catalogue so had an even shorter production run.  In absolutely beautiful condition these look unused and are extremely fine quality pieces of dinnerware.  Marked to the base with 'Copeland Spode, England, Pacifico S.3382' (we have two of these for sale separately - price given is for one dish and lid).  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:   Handle to Handle 11in/28cm   Weight 1140g

CONDITION:  Beautiful clean and undamaged condition - no chips, cracks or hairlines and minimal surface wear, they look completely unused.

What a funky gift these would make for any lover of Kathie Winkle designed ceramics - a fine ironstone tea trio (teacup, saucer and teaplate) made by Broadhurst (Staffordshire).  In a fab retro geometric pattern called 'Rushstone' in brown, black, yellow on a white ground I can think of no groovier way to enjoy a cup of tea and a biscuit!  The plates and saucers are fully marked to the base with 'Ironstone, Broadhurst, Staffordshire, England, Handpainted Underglaze Colour is Detergent and Dishwasher Proof, RUSHSTONE', the plates additionally having 'A Kathie Winkle Design'.  The cups are not marked other than an impressed 'ENGLAND'.  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:  Plate Diameter  6.5in/16.5cm    Saucer Diameter  5.5in/14cm   Cup Height  2.75in/7cm

CONDITION: Great original condition with no chips, cracks or hairlines - crazing in places.

Dating from the 1960's or thereabouts here is a groovy ironstone dinner plate from the Staffordshire Potteries and decorated in the 'Weston' pattern designed by Elayne Fallon consisting of purple, turquoise, green and light blue daisy/Mary Quant type flowers.  The pattern extends around the rim of the plate and is very flower-power in inspiration - a really lovely item so indicative of the period in which it was manufactured that looks amazing on display but is robust enough to be used for it's original purpose.  Fully marked to the base with 'Staffordshire Potteries Ltd, WESTON, designed by Elayne Fallon IRONSTONE Made in England'.  (We have five of these for sale individually).  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:   Diameter 10in/25cm   Weight 600g (av.)

CONDITION:  Lovely original condition with no chips, cracks or hairlines - there is crazing to the central plain section of the plate and on the reverse there are unglazed marks where the plate would have sat in the kiln during firing (original to manufacture).  Nothing significant but mentioned for accuracy.

Dating from the 1960's or thereabouts here is a groovy ironstone large side plate from the Staffordshire Potteries and decorated in the 'Weston' pattern designed by Elayne Fallon consisting of purple, turquoise, green and light blue daisy/Mary Quant type flowers.  The pattern extends around the rim of the plate and is very flower-power in inspiration - a really lovely item so indicative of the period in which it was manufactured that looks amazing on display but is robust enough to be used for it's original purpose.  Fully marked to the base with 'Staffordshire Potteries Ltd, WESTON, designed by Elayne Fallon IRONSTONE Made in England'.  (We have two of these for sale individually).  Please see all photographs for alternative views and close-ups.

SIZE:   Diameter 9in/23cm   Weight 480g (av.)

CONDITION:  Lovely original condition with no chips, cracks or hairlines - there is crazing to the central plain section of the plate and on the reverse there are unglazed marks where the plate would have sat in the kiln during firing (original to manufacture).  Nothing significant but mentioned for accuracy.