Set of 6 Antique/Vintage Devon Ware (S. F. & Co.) "CECIL" Shallow Bowls

Condition Notes: These bowls are over a century old and should be appreciated for their antique character:Crazing: Heavy, fine crackling (crazing) is present across the glaze, which is typical for earthenware of this production era and considered normal for antique Devon Ware.Wear: There is minor wear to the gilt/paint on the yellow rim, consistent with age and use.Overall: A beautiful set in good antique condition, with no major chips or cracks noted.

Antique: Yes

Type: Bowl

Original/Repro: Original

Material: Ceramic/Porcelain

Country/Region: United Kingdom

Age: 1900-1940

Country of Origin: United Kingdom

Maker: Devon Ware (S. F. & Co.)

This listing is for a beautiful set of six (6) matching shallow bowls/soup plates from the highly collectible Devon Ware line by S. F. & Co. (Staffordshire Figure and Co.), made in StokeonTrent, England.

The pattern is the popular "CECIL" (No. 1204), recognizable by its striking early 20thcentury aesthetic featuring a transferware garland border with handpainted details.

Pattern & Style Details

• Design: Features a continuous border of ribbons, swags, and stylized floral motifs in red/rust, teal/bluegreen, and light sage green.

• Rim: Finished with a distinctive, bright mustard yellow band around the edge.

• Use: These are excellent for serving soup, pasta, salad, or any dishes requiring a wide, deep plate.

Dimensions & Weight

• Quantity: 6 Shallow Bowls (as shown in IMG_E8818).

• Approximate Diameter: 8.5 inches (based on the ruler in IMG_E8824).

• Total Weight: The stack of six bowls weighs 3.253 kg (approximately 7 lbs 3 oz) before packaging (as shown in IMG_E8833).

Maker and Age

The backstamp (clearly visible in IMG_E8822 and IMG_E8823) confirms the details:

DEVON WARE S. F. & Co. STOKEONTRENT ENGLAND [Crown Mark] CECIL 1204

S. F. & Co. produced wares under the Devon Ware mark around the 1900–1910 period, making this set a true early 20thcentury antique. The stamp also appears to feature a faint embossed "FIELDING" mark, suggesting a potential connection to the S. Fielding & Co. pottery firm.

Condition Notes

These bowls are over a century old and should be appreciated for their antique character:

• Crazing: Heavy, fine crackling (crazing) is present across the glaze, which is typical for earthenware of this production era and considered normal for antique Devon Ware.

• Wear: There is minor wear to the gilt/paint on the yellow rim, consistent with age and use.

• Overall: A beautiful set in good antique condition, with no major chips or cracks noted.