Product Description
Shelley China “Black Garland of Flowers” trio in the rare Queen Anne shape, dating to 1926 and reflecting the refined elegance of early 20th-century English porcelain.
The design features delicate floral garlands set against a striking black ground, creating a distinctive contrast that highlights the precision and finesse of Shelley’s decorative work. The Queen Anne shape, with its gently fluted edges and softly angular form, adds a further layer of sophistication, setting it apart from more conventional patterns of the period.
The trio comprises a cup, saucer, and plate, measuring approximately 6cm in height for the cup, 13cm for the saucer, and 16cm for the plate. The proportions are both balanced and graceful, making it as suited to display as it is to occasional use.
Pieces in the Black Garland pattern are increasingly sought after, particularly in the Queen Anne shape, where design and form combine to create something both distinctive and enduring.
It may have once been brought out for a carefully set table, where small details were considered and appreciated. In quieter moments, it would have been part of daily ritual—handled gently, used often, and chosen for the refinement it brought to its surroundings.