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Royal Albert Old Country Roses 9-Piece Tea Set, Multi

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However, the most popular tea set pattern is, of course, Old Country Roses. Royal Albert China Old Country Roses The Royal Albert brand only came into being in 1904, even though the pottery works where it was produced, the Albert Works, (named after Prince Albert, Queen Victoria’s Consort and husband), had been in production since 1846. Thomas Clarke Wild II became sole proprietor on the death of his father in 1898. In 1904, as a result of the Royal Warrant and their As the business prospered Thomas Wild II acquired other factories and by the early 1920s, owned, or had controlling interests in, about 15 North Staffordshire potteries. It can often be easier to assess the date of your piece by identifying the pattern. We’ve listed below the names of various Royal Albert tableware and chinaware patterns and the year in which they were first produced.

From 1920, the infamous Royal Albert floral style developed, taking inspiration from the English cottage garden with a hint of Art Deco style. Royal Albert soon established itself as a leading producer of high-quality bone china, specializing in tea sets and dinnerware. The company's early designs were heavily influenced by the Art Nouveau and Art Deco movements, which were popular at the time. The main Royal Albert crown symbol hasn’t changed much over the years. It was introduced around 1905. However, it appeared in many different colours with slight variations. During World War II, as a successful exporter, the business remained in production. After the war, the company resumed its normal production of fine china, introducing new designs that were more modern and vibrant, such as the Old Country Roses pattern which was launched in 1962 and became the company's most successful design.

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With this is mind, it can be useful to seek specific support. At Potteries Auctions, we can identify and provide valuationson a wide range of Royal Albert China collections and individual pieces. Our team can help value your tableware or advise on how to complete collections. Our team can even help you sell family heirlooms of Royal Albert China pieces.

Royal Albert China has a detailed and interesting history, the culmination of which means its legacy will now live on under the Wedgewood brand. In 2006, Wedgewood marked 100 years of Royal Albert by celebrating lots of the patterns that have been created. You might find the differing patterns have various ‘series’ of designs, with slight variations. Be sure to look at the bottom of your piece to find the pattern name, such as the ‘Blossom Time’ example below. Moving forward, Wedgewood has firmed up the presence of Royal Albert by not only relaunching the Old Country Roses pattern after 50 years, but also bringing Miranda Kerr into the design studio, creating a stunning afternoon tea collection. How to Identify Royal Albert China In 1972, Royal Albert was merged in to the Royal Doulton group, which continued to produce Royal Albert china patterns. Production of Royal Albert China was moved to Indonesia in 2002. In 2005, the company was acquired by the Waterford Wedgwood group, but in 2009, following the collapse of the group, Royal Albert was acquired by WWRD Holdings Ltd., which is now part of the Fiskars Corporation.The association with name of Prince Albert ultimately led to the future success of the company. Thomas Wild and Co produced a range of Commemorative pieces for Queen Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee, and she presented them with a Royal Warrant. In the 1920s, Royal Albert began producing a series of commemorative pieces to mark special events such as the coronation of King George V in 1911 and the Silver Jubilee of King George V in 1935. These pieces were highly sought after by collectors and helped to establish Royal Albert as a premier maker of fine china.

We’ve created this guide to the most popular Royal Albert China pieces and patterns to allow you to identify your rare, and possibly valuable, items. Read on to find out more! The History of Royal Albert ChinaToday, Royal Albert continues to produce high-quality bone china, with many of its classic designs still in production, including Old Country Roses, Moonlight Rose, and Lady Carlyle. The company also releases new designs and collections, often inspired by British culture and heritage. What's the key to an afternoon tea to remember? We think it must be a quintessentially English table spread, worthy of impressing any guest. To bring this vision to life, look to our Royal Albert selection of fine bone china tableware. Uncover patterns inspired by the glorious flora and fauna of Britain's wildlife – from enchanting woodlands to manicured country gardens.

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