Condition: Used
Condition Notes: Overall, this set has been remarkably well-preserved.China: The bone china is clean and bright. Gilding: The gold work is in very good condition. There may be some very slight rubbing on the teapot finial, handle, and spout tip, and on the rims of a few pieces, but it remains bright and impressive.Pattern: The black geometric pattern is sharp and clear throughout.Please study the photographs carefully, as they form a crucial part of the item's description.
Country of Origin: United Kingdom
Origin: England
Number of Items in Set: 27pc
Occasion: All Occasions
Set Includes: Teapot
Year Manufactured: 1910
Material: Bone China
Colour: White
Vintage: Yes
Brand: Aynsley
Department: Adult
Type: Tea Set
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Style: Edwardian
Production Style: Art Pottery
Backstamp: Printed
Production Technique: Pottery
Finish: Glossy
"Excellent antique condition for being over 100 years old. The set is bright and the gilding is largely intact with only minimal signs of wear, primarily on a few highcontact points. There are no chips, cracks, or repairs noted on inspection. Some minor utensil marks may be present, consistent with light use. The teapot interior is clean. Please see the detailed description and highresolution photos for a full overview."
Item Description:
Presenting a truly magnificent and extensive antique bone china tea service by the renowned English manufacturer, Cauldon Ltd of Staffordshire. Dating to the elegant Edwardian era, this 27piece set is a superb example of the quality and sophisticated design for which Cauldon was famous.
The pattern is a masterclass in refined style, featuring a crisp white china body decorated with a striking geometric band of black lattice or scales. This is framed by opulent, heavy gold gilding. The cups feature an additional delicate gold floral swag design on the interior rim, adding a touch of classic charm.
This is a comprehensive service, perfect for afternoon tea, special occasions, or as a breathtaking display in a collection or cabinet.
The full 27piece service comprises the following:
1 x Teapot with Lid (2 pieces total)
1 x Milk Jug / Creamer
1 x Open Sugar Bowl (or Slop Bowl)
4 x Tea Cups
10 x Saucers (4 for the trios + 6 spares)
10 x Side / Tea Plates (4 for the trios + 6 spares)
Historical Background:
Cauldon Ltd was a leading pottery manufacturer based in Shelton, StokeonTrent, the heart of the English Potteries. Successors to the esteemed firm of BrownWesthead, Moore & Co., Cauldon was renowned for producing exceptionally highquality bone china and earthenware, holding a Royal Warrant and supplying luxury retailers worldwide. The "CAULDON England" backstamp seen on this set was used from approximately 1905 to 1920, placing this service firmly in the late Edwardian period.
This set's design perfectly captures the aesthetic of its time—moving away from Victorian fussiness towards a more structured, Neoclassical elegance, while the bold geometric band foreshadows the emerging Art Deco movement. This is not just a tea set; it's a piece of English social and ceramic history.
Condition Details:
Overall, this set has been remarkably wellpreserved.
China: The bone china is clean and bright.
Gilding: The gold work is in very good condition. There may be some very slight rubbing on the teapot finial, handle, and spout tip, and on the rims of a few pieces, but it remains bright and impressive.
Pattern: The black geometric pattern is sharp and clear throughout.
Please study the photographs carefully, as they form a crucial part of the item's description.
