Listed is an outstanding find from Wileman and Co The Foley China a pre Shelley Teaset of Cup and Saucer .Featuring an empire style cup first made in 1893 the set features a pattern of Green and Yellow Ivy Leaves, Distinctive scalloping and gold trim The pattern s numbered 5043 and was produced till 1910; the backstamp in use indicates manufacture any time between 1894 and 1910
The teacup is stamped Rd.# 208329 denoting the date in 1893 that the empire style cup was registered in the Patents Office. Both pieces are stamped Rd #175656 denoting the date in 1891 that the pattern of ivy leaves was registered in the Patents office.
This listing is for one duo that is one cup and one saucer. However multiple sets may be available as seen in the last photograph
The saucers are all in similar condition - pattern and gloss intact as are the print colours . Gilt rims are substantially intact. If you purchase one set you will receive one of the pictured saucers
Pictured in this listing are pictures of the three different cups. When purchased you may receive either of the cups. The exterior of all cups are blemish free and there are no chips; rims are gilt edged. The inside of each cup varies so slightly; one has two tiny age spots, the second has one slightly fainter age spot and the third has a tiny stain. All are pictured .Otherwise the cups for their age are in excellent condition with 2024 colour gloss and gilt present; no chips, no cracks.
Approximate measurements: cup is 9cm diameter without handle and 10 cm with handle; the saucer is 14.5cm diameter
Backstamps are pictured.
2022mvl120
Product code: The Foley China Teaset Wileman pre Shelley Ivy Pattern 5043 Rd 208329 Rd 2024 175656 c1895 MORE AVAILABLE