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Spode Pottery

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Spode is one of the oldest and most distinguished of the great pottery companies of Staffordshire, the time-honored home of English ceramics. The firm’s blue and white bone china transferware is a timeless classic. Spode dishes compose the sort of elegant dinner service that most of us envision on a traditional holiday table.

The company was established in 1770 in Stoke-on-Trent by Josiah Spode, a friend and neighbor of another estimable English ceramist, Josiah Wedgwood. The Wedgwood firm first came to prominence for its tableware, which quickly gained favor in aristocratic households throughout Britain and Europe.

Spode was particularly known for two technical achievements in the firm’s early decades. The first was to develop a standard formula for the making of bone china — a type of porcelain (made with a mixture of bone ash, minerals and clay) that is dazzlingly white and so strong it can be used to create very thin translucent plates and vessels.

The other advancement was to perfect the making of transferware. That process involves the transfer of pictorial images inked on tissue paper — such as the garden scenery in the famous Willow dish patterns — onto ceramics that are then sealed with a glaze. 

From the 1820s onward, Spode enjoyed tremendous success both in Britain and elsewhere owing to the beauty and vitality of its decorative imagery. By some counts, Spode created more than 40,000 patterns in the 19th century.

In 1833, following the sudden death of Josiah Spode III, business partner W. T. Copeland took over the company and changed its name to Copeland Spode (it later changed again, this time to W. T. Copeland and Sons). Collectors regard Copeland-marked pieces as Spode china. The Spode brand was revived in 1970.

Many favorite Spode patterns — among them Blue Italian, Indian Tree, Greek and Woodland — date to the company’s early years. Spode’s most popular pattern, Christmas Tree, was introduced in 1938.

Prices for antique and vintage Spode china vary widely, based on the size of the service, its condition and the pattern. An antique dinner service for 12 people or more, in good repair and complete with cups and serving dishes, will generally cost between $10,000 and $20,000. Such Spode services become heirlooms — a proud and timeless addition to a family’s table. And as you will see on these pages, Spode’s rich and varied wares offer a visual feast in and of themselves.

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Creator: Spode
Georgian Spode Stone China Dish in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, Circa 1820
By Spode
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a good stone China (Ironstone pottery) Small Dish or Bowl / Saucer, hand painted in the tobacco leaf pattern, number 2061, made by the Spode factory in the early 19th century...
Category

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Ironstone

Georgian Spode Stone China Dish in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, Circa 1820
Georgian Spode Stone China Dish in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, Circa 1820

Georgian Spode Stone China Dish in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, Circa 1820

Spode Stone China Coffee Can & Saucer Duo in Tobacco Leaf Pattern 2061, Ca 1820
By Spode
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good coffee can and saucer/dish DUO made from stone China ( ironstone) by SPODE in the English Georgian period, circa 1820. Both pieces are beautifully hand decorat...
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Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Ironstone

Spode Stone China Coffee Can & Saucer Duo in Tobacco Leaf Pattern 2061, Ca 1820
Spode Stone China Coffee Can & Saucer Duo in Tobacco Leaf Pattern 2061, Ca 1820

Spode Stone China Coffee Can & Saucer Duo in Tobacco Leaf Pattern 2061, Ca 1820

Georgian SPODE Stone China Saucer Dish in hand painted Tobacco Leaf Ptn No.2061
By Spode
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good stone China (Ironstone) Deep Desert Plate or Saucer Dish, hand painted in the tobacco leaf pattern, number 2061, made by the Spode factory in the early 19th centu...
Category

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Ironstone

Georgian SPODE Stone China Saucer Dish in hand painted Tobacco Leaf Ptn No.2061
Georgian SPODE Stone China Saucer Dish in hand painted Tobacco Leaf Ptn No.2061

Georgian SPODE Stone China Saucer Dish in hand painted Tobacco Leaf Ptn No.2061

Pair Antique Spode Shell-Shaped Dishes Orange and Blue Pattern England Circa 182
By Spode
Located in Katonah, NY
Spode made this pair of fine quality shell-shaped dishes in England in the early 19th century, circa 1820. The dishes were printed in shades of orange and blue Orange and blue is t...
Category

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Ironstone

Pair Antique Spode Shell-Shaped Dishes Orange and Blue Pattern England Circa 182
Pair Antique Spode Shell-Shaped Dishes Orange and Blue Pattern England Circa 182

Pair Antique Spode Shell-Shaped Dishes Orange and Blue Pattern England Circa 182

Georgian Spode Coffee Can Ironstone Kackiemon Pattern 2117, circa 1820
By Spode
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a good stone China (Ironstone) coffee can made by the SPODE factory in the early 19th Century, circa 1820. The coffee can is well potted with cylindrical shape and a loop handle with the distinctive Spode kink to it. The piece is beautifully decorated with hand painted enamels in the chinoiserie Kakiemon style, pattern number 2117. It has the Spode Stone China blue printed...
Category

Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Ironstone

Georgian Spode Coffee Can Ironstone Kackiemon Pattern 2117, circa 1820
Georgian Spode Coffee Can Ironstone Kackiemon Pattern 2117, circa 1820

Georgian Spode Coffee Can Ironstone Kackiemon Pattern 2117, circa 1820

Spode Pottery Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Set of Dinner Plates-33 Plates
By Spode
Located in Downingtown, PA
Spode Pottery neo-Classical Greek Pattern blue set of dinner plates-33 plates Zeus in His Chariot, Early-19th Century The Spode pottery underglaz...
Category

Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Pearlware, Pottery

Spode Pottery Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Set of Dinner Plates-33 Plates
Spode Pottery Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Set of Dinner Plates-33 Plates

Spode Pottery Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Set of Dinner Plates-33 Plates

Georgian Spode Stone China Coffee Can (B)Tobacco Leaf Pattern 2061, circa 1820
By Spode
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good stone China (Ironstone) coffee can hand painted in the tobacco leaf pattern, number 2061, made by the Spode factory in the early 19th century, English Georgian period, circa 1820. This coffee can or cup made from Ironstone China is beautifully decorated with hand painted enamels in the very distinctive tobacco leaf pattern, pattern number 2061. The decoration also has very good hand gilded detailing. The upper rim has a dark ochre brown hand painted finish in the manner of 18th C...
Category

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Ironstone

Georgian Spode Stone China Coffee Can (B)Tobacco Leaf Pattern 2061, circa 1820
Georgian Spode Stone China Coffee Can (B)Tobacco Leaf Pattern 2061, circa 1820

Georgian Spode Stone China Coffee Can (B)Tobacco Leaf Pattern 2061, circa 1820

Georgian Spode Pen Tray 0r Lidded Box Ironstone Willis Pattern 2147, circa 1810
By Spode
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a good stone China (Ironstone) Pen Tray or Box with lid, made by the SPODE factory in the early 19th Century, circa 1810. This piece comprises a base and a lid both made fro...
Category

Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Ironstone

Georgian Spode Pen Tray 0r Lidded Box Ironstone Willis Pattern 2147, circa 1810
Georgian Spode Pen Tray 0r Lidded Box Ironstone Willis Pattern 2147, circa 1810

Georgian Spode Pen Tray 0r Lidded Box Ironstone Willis Pattern 2147, circa 1810

Georgian Spode Stone China Coffee Can (A)Tobacco Leaf Pattern 2061, circa 1820
By Spode
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good stone China (Ironstone) coffee can hand painted in the tobacco leaf pattern, number 2061, made by the Spode factory in the early 19th century, English Georgian period, circa 1820. This coffee can or cup made from Ironstone China is beautifully decorated with hand painted enamels in the very distinctive tobacco leaf pattern, pattern number 2061. The decoration also has very good hand gilded detailing. The upper rim has a dark ochre brown hand painted finish in the manner of 18th C...
Category

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Ironstone

Georgian Spode Stone China Coffee Can (A)Tobacco Leaf Pattern 2061, circa 1820
Georgian Spode Stone China Coffee Can (A)Tobacco Leaf Pattern 2061, circa 1820

Georgian Spode Stone China Coffee Can (A)Tobacco Leaf Pattern 2061, circa 1820

Georgian Spode Stone China Coffee Can (C)Tobacco Leaf Pattern 2061, circa 1820
By Spode
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good stone China (Ironstone) coffee can hand painted in the tobacco leaf pattern, number 2061, made by the Spode factory in the early 19th century, English Georgian pe...
Category

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Ironstone

Georgian Spode Stone China Coffee Can (C)Tobacco Leaf Pattern 2061, circa 1820
Georgian Spode Stone China Coffee Can (C)Tobacco Leaf Pattern 2061, circa 1820

Georgian Spode Stone China Coffee Can (C)Tobacco Leaf Pattern 2061, circa 1820

A Drabware Tray with Handle Made by Spode England Circa 1825
By Spode
Located in Katonah, NY
This rare Spode drabware rectangular tray was made for slices of bread or small breakfast rolls. Made in England by Spode circa 1825, it has a deep, rich color. The carrying handle i...
Category

Early 19th Century English Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Pottery

A Drabware Tray with Handle Made by Spode England Circa 1825
A Drabware Tray with Handle Made by Spode England Circa 1825

A Drabware Tray with Handle Made by Spode England Circa 1825

Copeland Neo-classical Greek Pattern Blue Sauce Tureen & Cover
By Spode
Located in Downingtown, PA
Copeland-Late Spode Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Sauce Tureen & Cover, circa 1847. From a large collection of Greek Pattern Objects- please inqui...
Category

Mid-19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Pearlware, Pottery

Copeland Neo-classical Greek Pattern Blue Sauce Tureen & Cover
Copeland Neo-classical Greek Pattern Blue Sauce Tureen & Cover

Copeland Neo-classical Greek Pattern Blue Sauce Tureen & Cover

Spode Neo-classical Greek Pattern Blue Printed Hot Water Dishes
By Spode
Located in Downingtown, PA
Spode Neo-classical Greek pattern blue printed hot water dishes, Zeus in his Chariot, A pair, Early 19th century (We have five in all-two pairs and a single) The Spode pottery...
Category

Early 19th Century Neoclassical Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Pearlware, Pottery

Spode Neo-classical Greek Pattern Blue Printed Hot Water Dishes
Spode Neo-classical Greek Pattern Blue Printed Hot Water Dishes

Spode Neo-classical Greek Pattern Blue Printed Hot Water Dishes

Early 19th Century Spode Red Greek Pattern Tile
By Josiah Spode, Spode
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A Neoclassical red transferware tile made by Spode 1806-1810, with the ‘Zeus in His Chariot’ pattern. Sir William Hamilton’s Collection of Etruscan, Greek and Roman antiquities, first published in 1766 by Pierre d’Hancarville, was a landmark publication in English design. It intended to disseminate the Antique style through its engravings of Attic pottery. The catalog’s faithful reproductions of Classical vases led British potteries, including Spode, to adapt or even copy the ancient art for modern life. These Spode Greek pattern tiles reflect the major influence of Hamilton’s catalog on English Neoclassicism. The central scene was taken directly from the catalog. This tile can be dated to a narrow window of production in the Spode factory, 1806-1810. During that time, Spode used a technique known as the “Pluck and Dust” method to print in red transfer designs onto creamware. Using this method, source prints were transferred overglaze using tissue imprinted with a very faint rendition of the design outlined in sticky oil. The decorator applied the tissue to the object then carefully “plucked” or pulled it away, leaving the sticky oil design behind. Then, a finely-ground enamel color was “dusted” onto the surface, sticking to any areas that had the oil. A final firing at a low temperature in the enamel kiln made the pattern permanent. The Pluck and Dust technique improved upon bat-printing and enabled larger designers to be transferred. It was short-lived, however, as under-glaze transfer printing soon took over as the preferred method for producing transferwares. Dimensions: 5 in. x 5 in. x 1/4 in. Condition: Excellent. Provenance: The Collection of Nancy and Andrew Ramage Jonathan Horne...
Category

Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Earthenware, Creamware

Early 19th Century Spode Red Greek Pattern Tile
Early 19th Century Spode Red Greek Pattern Tile

Early 19th Century Spode Red Greek Pattern Tile

Regency Spode Pottery Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Dish
By Spode
Located in Downingtown, PA
Regency Spode Pottery Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Dish, Bellerophon's Victory Over Chimera, Early-19th century The Spode Greek pattern pottery, sh...
Category

Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Pearlware, Pottery

Regency Spode Pottery Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Dish
Regency Spode Pottery Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Dish

Regency Spode Pottery Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Dish

19th Century Late Georgian Blue Spode Hot Chocolate Cup with Cover and Saucer
By Spode
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th century late Georgian blue spode hot chocolate cup with cover and saucer, decorated with gilt highlights, and embossed white floral motif on a ...
Category

Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Porcelain

19th Century Late Georgian Blue Spode Hot Chocolate Cup with Cover and Saucer
19th Century Late Georgian Blue Spode Hot Chocolate Cup with Cover and Saucer

19th Century Late Georgian Blue Spode Hot Chocolate Cup with Cover and Saucer

Spode Pottery Large Neoclassical Greek Pattern Blue Pair of Dishes
By Spode
Located in Downingtown, PA
Spode pottery neoclassical Greek pattern blue pair of dishes, Bacchus Mounted on a Panther, Early-19th century The Spode Greek pattern pottery sha...
Category

Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Pearlware, Pottery

Spode Pottery Large Neoclassical Greek Pattern Blue Pair of Dishes
Spode Pottery Large Neoclassical Greek Pattern Blue Pair of Dishes

Spode Pottery Large Neoclassical Greek Pattern Blue Pair of Dishes

Twelve Spode Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Soup Plates
By Spode
Located in Downingtown, PA
Spode Neo-classical Greek pattern blue soup plates, Refreshment for Phliasian Horseman, Set of twelve (12) Early-19th century The Spode Greek pattern ...
Category

Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Pearlware, Pottery

Twelve Spode Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Soup Plates
Twelve Spode Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Soup Plates

Twelve Spode Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Soup Plates

Spode Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Openwork Dessert Plates
By Spode
Located in Downingtown, PA
Spode neo-classical Greek pattern blue openwork dessert plates, Ceres with a Priestess, Four plates (4) Early 19th century From a large collection of Greek pattern Spode- more pi...
Category

Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Pearlware, Pottery

Spode Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Openwork Dessert Plates
Spode Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Openwork Dessert Plates

Spode Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Openwork Dessert Plates

Spode Pottery Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Deep Dish
By Spode
Located in Downingtown, PA
Spode pottery neo-classical Greek pattern blue deep dish, Bacchus Mounted on a Panther, Early-19th Century The Spode Greek pattern pottery shaped rectangular dish with cantered...
Category

Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Pearlware, Pottery

Spode Pottery Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Deep Dish
Spode Pottery Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Deep Dish

Spode Pottery Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Deep Dish

Spode Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Oval Dessert Dishes
By Spode
Located in Downingtown, PA
Spode neo-classical Greek pattern blue oval dessert dishes, "A Domestic Ceremony", Early 19th century The Spode Greek pattern pottery dishes a...
Category

Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Pottery, Pearlware

Spode Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Oval Dessert Dishes
Spode Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Oval Dessert Dishes

Spode Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Oval Dessert Dishes

Regency Period Spode Neo-classical Greek Pattern Blue Dessert Dishes- a Pair
By Spode
Located in Downingtown, PA
Regency Spode neo-Classical Greek pattern blue rectangular dessert dishes, Four figures in battle, Early 19th century The Spode Greek pattern pott...
Category

Early 18th Century English Neoclassical Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Pearlware, Pottery

Regency Period Spode Neo-classical Greek Pattern Blue Dessert Dishes- a Pair
Regency Period Spode Neo-classical Greek Pattern Blue Dessert Dishes- a Pair

Regency Period Spode Neo-classical Greek Pattern Blue Dessert Dishes- a Pair

Regency Spode Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Tazza
By Spode
Located in Downingtown, PA
Spode Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Tazza Early-19th century The Spode pottery underglaze blue Greek pattern has an oval shaped top with a central des...
Category

Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Pearlware, Pottery

Regency Spode Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Tazza
Regency Spode Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Tazza

Regency Spode Neo-Classical Greek Pattern Blue Tazza

Early Spode Red Greek Pattern Tile
By Josiah Spode, Spode
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
A Neoclassical red transferware tile made by Spode 1806-1810, with the ‘Refreshments for Phliasian Horseman’ pattern. Sir William Hamilton’s Collection of Etruscan, Greek and Roman antiquities, first published in 1766 by Pierre d’Hancarville, was a landmark publication in English design. It intended to disseminate the Antique style through its engravings of Attic pottery. The catalog’s faithful reproductions of Classical vases led British potteries, including Spode, to adapt or even copy the ancient art for modern life. These Spode Greek pattern tiles reflect the major influence of Hamilton’s catalog on English Neoclassicism. The central scene was taken directly from the catalog. This tile can be dated to a narrow window of production in the Spode factory, 1806-1810. During that time, Spode used a technique known as the “Pluck and Dust” method to print in red transfer designs onto creamware. Using this method, source prints were transferred overglaze using tissue imprinted with a very faint rendition of the design outlined in sticky oil. The decorator applied the tissue to the object then carefully “plucked” or pulled it away, leaving the sticky oil design behind. Then, a finely-ground enamel color was “dusted” onto the surface, sticking to any areas that had the oil. A final firing at a low temperature in the enamel kiln made the pattern permanent. The Pluck and Dust technique improved upon bat-printing and enabled larger designers to be transferred. It was short-lived, however, as under-glaze transfer printing soon took over as the preferred method for producing transferwares. Dimensions: 5 in. x 5 in. x 1/4 in. Condition: Excellent. Slight chip to the upper left corner measuring approximately 0.9 cm. in length. Provenance: The Collection of Nancy and Andrew Ramage Jonathan Horne...
Category

Early 19th Century English Neoclassical Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Earthenware, Creamware

Early Spode Red Greek Pattern Tile
Early Spode Red Greek Pattern Tile

Early Spode Red Greek Pattern Tile

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By Spode
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good stone China (Ironstone) coffee can hand painted in the tobacco leaf pattern, number 2061, made by the Spode factory in the early 19th century, English Georgian period, circa 1820. This coffee can or cup made from Ironstone China is beautifully decorated with hand painted enamels in the very distinctive tobacco leaf pattern, pattern number 2061. The decoration also has very good hand gilded detailing. The upper rim has a dark ochre brown hand painted finish in the manner of 18th C...
Category

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Ironstone

Georgian Spode Stone China Coffee Can (D)Tobacco Leaf Pattern 2061, circa 1820
Georgian Spode Stone China Coffee Can (D)Tobacco Leaf Pattern 2061, circa 1820

Georgian Spode Stone China Coffee Can (D)Tobacco Leaf Pattern 2061, circa 1820

H 2.5 in W 3.4 in D 2.4 in
Georgian Spode Stone China Coffee Can Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, circa 1820
By Spode
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good stone China (Ironstone) coffee can hand painted in the tobacco leaf pattern, number 2061, made by the Spode factory in the early 19th century, English Georgian period, circa 1820. This coffee can or cup made from Ironstone China is beautifully decorated with hand painted enamels in the very distinctive tobacco leaf pattern, pattern number 2061. The decoration also has very good hand gilded detailing. The upper rim has a dark ochre brown hand painted finish in the manner of 18th C...
Category

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Ironstone

Georgian Spode Stone China Coffee Can Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, circa 1820
Georgian Spode Stone China Coffee Can Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, circa 1820

Georgian Spode Stone China Coffee Can Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, circa 1820

H 2.57 in W 3.38 in D 2.57 in
Georgian Spode Stone China Dish in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, Circa 1820
By Spode
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good stone China (Ironstone pottery) Dish or small bowl, hand painted in the tobacco leaf pattern, number 2061, made by the Spode factory in the early 19th century, En...
Category

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Ironstone

Georgian Spode Stone China Dish in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, Circa 1820
Georgian Spode Stone China Dish in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, Circa 1820

Georgian Spode Stone China Dish in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, Circa 1820

H 1.07 in Dm 5.5 in
Spode & Copeland Stone China Trio in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, 19th Century
By Spode
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a good stone China (Ironstone) TRIO of three pieces, all in the hand - painted Tobacco Leaf pattern number 2061, made by the Spode / Copeland & Garrett & Copeland factories d...
Category

19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Ironstone

Spode & Copeland Stone China Trio in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, 19th Century
Spode & Copeland Stone China Trio in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, 19th Century

Spode & Copeland Stone China Trio in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, 19th Century

H 2.5 in Dm 5.2 in
Georgian Spode Stone China Pedastal Bowl Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, Ca 1820
By Spode
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good Stone China (Ironstone) large Pedastal Bowl, hand painted in the tobacco leaf pattern, number 2061, made by the Spode factory in the early 19th century, English G...
Category

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Ironstone

Georgian Spode Stone China Pedastal Bowl Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, Ca 1820
Georgian Spode Stone China Pedastal Bowl Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, Ca 1820

Georgian Spode Stone China Pedastal Bowl Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, Ca 1820

H 4 in W 12.2 in D 7.9 in
Spode & Copeland Stone China Trio in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, 19th Century
By Spode
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a good stone China (Ironstone) TRIO of three pieces, all in the hand - painted Tobacco Leaf pattern number 2061, made by the Spode / Copeland factory during the 19th century....
Category

19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Ironstone

Spode & Copeland Stone China Trio in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, 19th Century
Spode & Copeland Stone China Trio in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, 19th Century

Spode & Copeland Stone China Trio in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061, 19th Century

H 2.5 in Dm 5.2 in
Spode New Stone China Blue & Gold Dish
By Spode
Located in Downingtown, PA
Spode New Stone China blue & gold dish, 1810-20 A stunning Spode blue and gold large dish with a botanical design. Dimensions:14.75 inches wide ...
Category

Early 19th Century Regency Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Pottery, Ironstone

Spode New Stone China Blue & Gold Dish
Spode New Stone China Blue & Gold Dish

Spode New Stone China Blue & Gold Dish

H 1.25 in W 14.75 in D 11 in
Georgian Spode Stone China large Saucer Dish in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061
By Spode
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good stone China (Ironstone) large Saucer Dish or Deep Plate, hand painted in the tobacco leaf pattern, number 2061, made by the Spode factory in the early 19th centur...
Category

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Ironstone

Georgian Spode Stone China large Saucer Dish in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061
Georgian Spode Stone China large Saucer Dish in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061

Georgian Spode Stone China large Saucer Dish in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061

H 1.6 in Dm 8.25 in
Georgian Spode Stone China Side Plate or Dish in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061
By Spode
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a very good stone China (Ironstone) side plate, hand painted in the tobacco leaf pattern, number 2061, made by the Spode factory in the early 19th century, English Georgian period, circa 1820. The plate is made from Ironstone China and beautifully decorated with hand painted enamels in the very distinctive tobacco leaf pattern, pattern number 2061. The decoration also has very good hand gilded detailing. The base has the "Spode" Stone China blue printed...
Category

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Ironstone

Georgian Spode Stone China Side Plate or Dish in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061
Georgian Spode Stone China Side Plate or Dish in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061

Georgian Spode Stone China Side Plate or Dish in Tobacco Leaf Pattern No. 2061

H 0.9 in Dm 7.32 in
Spode Pottery Blue Greek Pattern Double Egg Cups
By Spode
Located in Downingtown, PA
Spode pottery blue Greek pattern double egg cups late 19th century The double Spode egg cups have a Greek key design to top and bottom. To one side i...
Category

Late 19th Century English Regency Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Pearlware, Pottery

Spode Pottery Blue Greek Pattern Double Egg Cups
Spode Pottery Blue Greek Pattern Double Egg Cups

Spode Pottery Blue Greek Pattern Double Egg Cups

H 3.5 in Dm 2.5 in
Set Ten Hand-Painted Plates Spode Chrysanthemum Swirl Pattern England Circa 1810
By Spode
Located in Katonah, NY
WHY WE LOVE IT: A Great Pattern! And a Great Color Combination of Green and Gold! We are pleased to offer this fabulous set of 10 "Green Chrysanthemum Swirl" pattern dishes made by S...
Category

Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Earthenware

Set Ten Hand-Painted Plates Spode Chrysanthemum Swirl Pattern England Circa 1810
Set Ten Hand-Painted Plates Spode Chrysanthemum Swirl Pattern England Circa 1810

Set Ten Hand-Painted Plates Spode Chrysanthemum Swirl Pattern England Circa 1810

H 1 in Dm 8.75 in
Late Georgian Spode Ironstone Plate Chinoiserie Pattern No. 3693, circa 1820
By Spode
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
This is a beautiful plate made of Ironstone pottery and hand painted in pattern 3693, produced by the Spode factory, circa 1820. The plate is well potted on a low foot. This is...
Category

Early 19th Century English Chinoiserie Antique Spode Pottery

Materials

Ironstone

Late Georgian Spode Ironstone Plate Chinoiserie Pattern No. 3693, circa 1820
Late Georgian Spode Ironstone Plate Chinoiserie Pattern No. 3693, circa 1820

Late Georgian Spode Ironstone Plate Chinoiserie Pattern No. 3693, circa 1820

H 0.8 in Dm 8.08 in

Spode pottery for sale on 1stDibs.

Spode pottery are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Spode pottery, although blue editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original pottery by Spode were created in the neoclassical style in united kingdom during the 19th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider pottery by Josiah Spode, and Wedgwood. Prices for Spode pottery can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $351 and can go as high as $10,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,500.
Questions About Spode Pottery
  • What is Spode Copeland?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Spode Copeland is a brand of fine antique porcelain from Britain. The Spode company started in 1776, and was bought by the Copeland family early in the 1830s. Browse a collection of Spode Copeland porcelain pieces from top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • How old is Spode?
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    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Spode pottery dates back to the 1770s and the originator of the company, Josiah Spode. Josiah Spode was born in 1733 and learned the trade by working for other local potters until 1775 when he established his own company. Find a collection of expertly vetted Spode pottery from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • How can you tell if a Spode is vintage?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    To tell if a Spode is vintage, do some research using trusted online resources. Start by comparing the brand mark on your piece to images shared online to get a rough idea of the timeframe during which it was produced. From there, you can look at catalogues and references to identify the pattern and get a clearer picture of its manufacturing date. If your piece was made 20 to 99 years ago, it is vintage. Older pieces are antiques, while newer ones are contemporary. Should you run into any difficulty, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer can help you with the dating process. Explore a collection of Spode pottery on 1stDibs.
  • Is Spode made in England or China?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Whether Spode is made in England or China depends on the piece. Spode continues to manufacture some of its iconic china at its workshop in Stoke-on-Trent, England, which has been in continuous operation for more than 250 years. However, some lines now originate from factories in China that adhere to the brand's strict quality standards. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Spode pieces.
  • Is Spode pottery worth anything?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    Yes, some Spode pottery is worth something. Spode is one of the oldest and most distinguished of the great pottery companies of Staffordshire, the time-honored home of English ceramics. The firm’s blue and white bone china transferware is a timeless classic. Spode dishes compose the sort of elegant dinner service that most of us envision on a traditional holiday table, and as a result, pieces produced by the maker are often in high demand. Potential selling prices of Spode pottery vary based on type, style, pattern, age, condition and other factors. If you'd like to know how much items in your collection may be worth, consider using the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Spode pottery.
  • Can you put Spode china in the dishwasher?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Whether you can put Spode china in the dishwasher varies. Some pieces are dishwasher-safe and will be marked as such on their backs or bottoms. Other pieces cannot be safely placed in the dishwasher. If your Spode china doesn't have a dishwasher-safe marking, err on the side of caution and hand wash it only. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Spode china.
  • Is Spode bone china or porcelain?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
    Most Spode is bone china. During its early decades, Spode was the first to develop a standard formula for the making of bone china, and most of its pieces made after this innovation are examples of bone china. However, particularly early on, Spode did make other types of pottery, such as earthenware. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Spode china.
  • Is Spode china still being made?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Spode pottery and homewares are still being made. Spode is an English brand founded by Josiah Spode and is credited for perfecting the techniques that were crucial to the future success of English pottery. Spode pottery can be purchased through authorized retailers, such as 1stDibs.
  • Can Spode Christmas dishes go in the microwave?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    Whether Spode Christmas dishes can go in the microwave varies. Many of the British maker's dinnerware is dishwasher-safe as well as microwave- and freezer-safe, but not all its pieces are. As a result, you should look at the markings on the bottom of your dishes and consult the care instructions that accompany them for advice on how to safely use them. Find a large selection of Spode porcelain and ceramic wares on 1stDibs.
  • Is Spode Christmas Tree still made in England?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    No, Spode Christmas Tree is not still made in England. In 2006, the British maker began producing its iconic holiday china in Malaysia. Pieces made prior to 2006 originated at the company's workshop in Stoke-on-Trent, England. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Spode china from some of the world's top sellers.

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