This rare and beautiful Victorian tea set, lovingly kept within a local family in Henley on Thames for generations, features a hand-coloured teapot, sugar bowl, and milk jug. These pieces, adorned with floral patterns of dark pink, purple roses, and blue flowers, were crafted for the esteemed Hawkins shop in Henley on Thames, famously visited by Queen Mary around 1900 when she attended the prestigious Henley Royal Regatta, an annual event regularly attended by the Royal Family. The teapot is identical to one listed in the collection at the River & Rowing Museum in Henley on Thames, underscoring its historical significance.
Some pieces feature stilt marks or spur marks, small indentations left during the firing process of the era, adding to the authenticity and charm of this rare Victorian collection.
Key Features:
Hand-coloured floral details, making each piece unique.
Kept in a local family for generations.
Royal connection: crafted for a shop visited by Queen Mary during the Henley Royal Regatta.
Identical to a teapot listed in the collection of the River & Rowing Museum.
Stilt marks, a characteristic of traditional ceramic production.
Size:
Tea Pot
(W) 24cm
(D) 15cm
(H) 15cm
Milk Jug
W) 11cm
(D) 8cm
(H) 9.5cm
Sugar Bowl
(Dia) 11cm
(H) 5.5cm
Condition:
Overall in excellent condition with vibrant patterns and clear backstamps.
The teapot has a small chip at the top edge where the lid sits—please refer to the photos for details.
There are slight stains on the bottom edges of the teapot and milk jug, preserved to avoid over-scrubbing these antique pieces.
