This mixed lot comprises a diverse collection of decorative ceramics, commemorative items, and miscellaneous collectibles. Included is a group of Wedgwood earthenware plates produced at the Etruria and Barlaston factory, featuring Beatrix Potter Peter Rabbit illustrations under license from Frederick Warne and Co. These include specific editions such as the Christmas 1984 and Birthday 1986 plates, alongside narrative scenes from the books. The bases are marked with the Wedgwood crest and of ETRURIA / WEDGWOOD / MADE IN ENGLAND / BARLASTON. The collection features Royal Doulton bone china collector plates from the Brambly Hedge gift collection by Jill Barklem, including The Engagement (1989) and Summer, both bearing the full Royal Doulton backstamp. Teaware includes a partial Royal Albert bone china service in the Festival pattern, decorated with mint-green interiors and stylized yellow and blue foliate sprays with silver-coloured rims, marked ROYAL ALBERT / Bone China / ENGLAND / FESTIVAL. There is also a selection of Grafton China bone china teaware, hand-painted with blue forget-me-nots and gilt rims, bearing the pattern number 6122 and the mark Handpainted / GRAFTON / CHINA / MADE IN / ENGLAND. Historical items include a Queen Victoria Diamond Jubilee plate with a black transfer-printed portrait commemorating her 60 Years Glorious Reign (1837-1897) and a small lidded floral pot inscribed QUEEN ELIZABETH II. Additional pieces include a large earthenware platter with a honey-coloured glaze and dark brown slip-painted tulip motif, a Siamese cat portrait plate, a blue and white transfer-printed plate, an Elvis Presley record sleeve, and a boxed set of hand-carved wooden draughts.
Condition report:
The items generally appear to be in good vintage condition with light surface wear consistent with age and domestic display. The Queen Victoria commemorative plate exhibits significant surface staining and discolouration. Minor glaze imperfections and light stacking wear are present across the lot, but no major chips or cracks were observed in the primary ceramic pieces.
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