Vintage Wedgwood Kutani Crane Bone China Oblong Mint Tray, 1971–1998

Product Description

A beautiful oblong mint tray from Wedgwood’s much-loved Kutani Crane collection. Colourful birds are pictured among peonies, bamboo and flowering branches, with additional floral sprays at either end and a fine gilt rim completing the design.

Traditionally intended for serving after-dinner mints or small sweets, its long, narrow shape makes it equally useful in today’s home. It could be used for chocolates or petits fours when entertaining, or placed on a dressing table, desk or hallway console to hold jewellery, keys, pens and other small items.

Its elegant proportions and richly coloured decoration also make it a lovely display piece for a shelf, sideboard or coffee table.

Founded by Josiah Wedgwood in Staffordshire in 1759, Wedgwood is one of Britain’s most celebrated pottery manufacturers. The Kutani Crane pattern was introduced in 1971 and remained in production until 1998. Inspired by traditional Japanese Kutani decoration, it combines colourful birds and flowers with the refinement of English bone china.

The reverse carries the original Wedgwood “Bone China, Made in England, Kutani Crane” backstamp.

Key Features

• Original Wedgwood Kutani Crane oblong mint tray
• Made in England between 1971 and 1998
• Fine English bone china
• Colourful Japanese-inspired bird and floral decoration
• Elegant oblong shape with a gilt rim
• Ideal for serving mints, chocolates or petits fours
• Can also be used for jewellery, keys, pens or other small items
• Perfect for collectors of Wedgwood and vintage British tableware

Size

(H) 2cm

(W) 22.5cm

(D) 8cm

Condition

In good vintage condition. The colourful decoration remains beautifully clear, with the gilt details well preserved.

Please refer to the photographs for further details.