{"product_id":"royal-doulton-pancy-tea-cup-and-saucer","title":"Royal Doulton D 4049 Pansies Cup \u0026 Saucer","description":"\u003cp\u003eRoyal Doulton D 4049 Pansies Pansy Cup \u0026amp; Saucer was available during the earlier part of the art deco period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pattern features vibrant, hand-painted pansy flowers against a cream background with distinctive black edging. This pattern, identified as D4049, was introduced in 1917 and withdrawn by 1930. The cup has a unique octagonal shape, which is characteristic of this seriesware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn excellent condition!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: Sauce diameter 140mm, Cup diameter 90mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRoyal Doulton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eOne of England's most iconic brands, Royal Doulton, is famous worldwide for luxury and elegant tableware, coupled with precision and artistry in collectables and giftware. Throughout history, Royal Doulton has been famed for the production of fine and everyday dinnerware, plates, bowls, cups and dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eJohn Doulton, along with his son Henry, established the world's first stoneware factory, producing pipes, which went on to become England's top manufacturer of sanitary ware.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eExpansion soon followed, with the launch of Lambeth Studio, using local designers and artists, they experimented with a variety of materials and glazes to produce highly desirable ornamental ware.  Since its inception in 1815 as Doulton \u0026amp; Watts, this company has been a leading English china manufacturer. From 1853 to 1902 the manufacturer traded as Doulton \u0026amp; Co, when Royal Doulton was born following a royal warrant being granted, signifying the companies prestige and allowing it to create royal pieces such as memorabilia and its serveware to be preferred in royal households.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eIn 1877 Henry Doulton purchased a Nile Street Factory in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent and within five years the company had revolutionised the industry and were producing the most exquisite bone china tableware. In 1901 Doulton's was awarded the Royal Warrant by the new king, Edward VII. In honour, the company adopted a new logo, the British Lion and a new name – ‘Royal Doulton’.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eInnovation was vital to the continued success of Royal Doulton; whether it be cutlery, lady figurines introduced in 1913 or Bunnykins in 1934, they managed to stay ahead with an inspirational design team, pioneered by legendary figures like Charles Noke and John Slater. The latter of which steered the creative direction of the company by allowing his designers complete expressive freedom in whichever form of ceramics they wished to pursue. By the 1960's Royal Doulton was a powerhouse, shipping tableware worldwide, in a wide array of materials and styles, commanding awe and respect from customers and competitors alike.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eIn the 1970's the company was involved in many mergers to create the Royal Doulton Group, including the acquisitions of Royal Albert, Minton and Royal Crown Derby. Royal Doulton china sets were not only a part of this companies expertise, with this famous British brand having a stake in the creation of many architectural masterpieces, such as fountains, churches and both public and private buildings. The Royal Doulton name has operated under the supervision of Fiskars since being purchased in 2015, 200 years after its humble beginnings. Fiskars, a Finnish pottery manufacturer established in 1649, has kept the traditions of Royal Doulton alive, and their combined masterwork china sets share a bright future and distinguished heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eSource: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.chinasearch.co.uk\/royal-doulton\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.chinasearch.co.uk\/royal-doulton\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Royal Doulton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47043026911401,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2622\/5321\/files\/royal-doulton-d-4049-pansies-cup-saucerroyal-doulton-6961033.jpg?v=1781146207","url":"https:\/\/industryvintage.co.nz\/products\/royal-doulton-pancy-tea-cup-and-saucer","provider":"Industry Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}