Royal Winton Porcelain: Ceramic Fit for a King

This book discusses and illustrates the highly collectible products made by the Grimwades/Royal Winton potteries from 1885 through the 1960s. Known for everyday household item, quality ceramic wares, and luxurious tea sets, this Stoke-on-Trent firm has been among England's steadiest producers of porcelain goods. All of Royal Winton's chintz patterns are thoroughly described, as well as Rosebud, Cottage Ware, the Byzanta and Shakespeare series, household items, handpained items, transfer ware, commemoratives, souvenir pieces, and patent items such as the "Quick-Cooker Bowl." The author gives company history and information on trademarks and backstamps. More than 520 items appear in stunning color, and a 1913 catalog in reprinted in full. Also included is a comprehensive price guide (U.S. and British currency) for Cottage Ware, Rosebud, and Chintz.

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Table of Contents:

Copyright

Dedication

Acknowledgments

Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION Life in the Potteries

CHAPTER ONE Royal Winton How It Grew and Prospered

CHAPTER TWO What the Company Produced

CHAPTER THREE Royal Winton Patterns and Designs

CHAPTER FOUR Color Plates Descriptions

CHAPTER FIVE Tips on Ceramic Care

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