Exquisite Antique English Dinnerware Service
This substantial antique English dinnerware service is an impressive and complete ensemble intended for formal dining and entertaining. The set comprises a total of 67 pieces, offering a broad assortment of serving and tableware elements suitable for a full table setting as well as presentation and service. The service includes eleven soup plates measuring 10 inches in diameter by 2 inches deep, eighteen salad plates measuring 8 inches in diameter, and six dinner plates measuring 10 inches in diameter. The serving components include one tureen measuring 11 inches by 7 inches, two additional tureens measuring 11 inches by 6 inches, and three tea or coffee pots in graduated sizes measuring approximately 11 by 7 inches, 10 by 10 inches, and 8 by 6 inches. Accompanying these are a sugar bowl measuring 7 by 5 inches and a creamer measuring 7 by 6 inches, along with two additional sugar bowls measuring 5 by 3 inches and two additional creamers measuring 4 by 4 inches, allowing for multiple table arrangements or separate services. The set also includes two gravy boats measuring approximately 9 by 4.5 inches. For serving and presentation, the service is further enhanced by one large platter measuring 13 by 10 inches, two medium platters measuring 12 by 8 inches, and two round dessert or serving platters measuring 11 inches in diameter. All 67 pieces form a cohesive and generously scaled service, reflecting the quality and tradition of English tableware craftsmanship. The set is well suited for collectors, formal interiors, or those seeking a complete antique service with both practical utility and display appeal.
This substantial antique English dinnerware service is an impressive and complete ensemble intended for formal dining and entertaining. The set comprises a total of 67 pieces, offering a broad assortment of serving and tableware elements suitable for a full table setting as well as presentation and service. The service includes eleven soup plates measuring 10 inches in diameter by 2 inches deep, eighteen salad plates measuring 8 inches in diameter, and six dinner plates measuring 10 inches in diameter. The serving components include one tureen measuring 11 inches by 7 inches, two additional tureens measuring 11 inches by 6 inches, and three tea or coffee pots in graduated sizes measuring approximately 11 by 7 inches, 10 by 10 inches, and 8 by 6 inches. Accompanying these are a sugar bowl measuring 7 by 5 inches and a creamer measuring 7 by 6 inches, along with two additional sugar bowls measuring 5 by 3 inches and two additional creamers measuring 4 by 4 inches, allowing for multiple table arrangements or separate services. The set also includes two gravy boats measuring approximately 9 by 4.5 inches. For serving and presentation, the service is further enhanced by one large platter measuring 13 by 10 inches, two medium platters measuring 12 by 8 inches, and two round dessert or serving platters measuring 11 inches in diameter. All 67 pieces form a cohesive and generously scaled service, reflecting the quality and tradition of English tableware craftsmanship. The set is well suited for collectors, formal interiors, or those seeking a complete antique service with both practical utility and display appeal.