{"product_id":"blue-and-white-spode-trio-with-delft-style-tea-caddy","title":"Spode Blue Italian Trio with Delft-Style Tea Caddy - Curated Blue and White Gift Set","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Thoughtfully Curated Tea Lover's Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis charming blue and white gift set brings together two distinct ceramic traditions - authentic 1930s Spode transferware and Delft-inspired design - united by their classic cobalt palette and timeless appeal. Curated for the tea enthusiast who appreciates both heritage and beauty, this collection offers everything needed for an elegant afternoon tea ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe pairing of authentic vintage Spode with a quality Delft-style reproduction creates a cohesive aesthetic that celebrates the enduring popularity of blue and white ceramics across centuries and cultures. It's the kind of considered collection that speaks to someone who values craftsmanship, history, and the art of taking tea seriously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout This Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gift-ready set comprises:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthentic Spode Blue Italian Trio (c. 1930s)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA complete tea service including teacup, saucer, and side plate in Spode's iconic Blue Italian pattern. Dating to the 1930s during the Copeland ownership period (side plate 1931, cup and saucer 1937), these pieces bear the blue backstamp and feature the pattern's signature picturesque Italian countryside scene framed by a distinctive 18th-century Imari-inspired Oriental border.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blue Italian pattern, first introduced in 1816, remains one of the world's most enduring and beloved ceramic designs - a testament to its timeless beauty and the quality of Spode craftsmanship. These 1930s examples represent nearly a century of continuous production history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelft-Style Tea Caddy (20th Century Reproduction)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA beautifully crafted reproduction inspired by 17th and 18th-century Delft designs. While not an antique original, this piece demonstrates quality craftsmanship and authentic Delft styling, making it a practical and attractive storage solution that complements the vintage Spode perfectly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting tea and coffee enthusiasts who appreciate vintage ceramics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreating a complete afternoon tea setting with coordinated storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollectors of Spode, Blue Italian pattern, or blue and white transferware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThose building a curated blue and white ceramic collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding authentic vintage pieces to everyday tea rituals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCelebrating special occasions with heritage tableware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe tea caddy provides elegant storage for loose leaf tea, tea bags, sugar, or other tea-time essentials, while the trio offers a complete individual place setting for serving tea with biscuits or cake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpode Blue Italian Trio:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaker: Spode (Copeland period)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePattern: Blue Italian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEra: 1930s (side plate 1931, cup and saucer 1937)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Earthenware with blue transferware decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackstamp: Blue Spode mark\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide plate diameter: 17cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for everyday use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDelft-Style Tea Caddy:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle: Delft-inspired design (20th century quality reproduction)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Tin-glazed earthenware\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 17cm H × 13cm L × 8.5cm W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures: Lidded storage with traditional blue and white decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTotal set weight: 900g\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpode Trio:\u003c\/em\u003e Good vintage condition consistent with age and gentle use. No chips, cracks, or restoration. Light crazing to the underside of the saucer only (not visible from above). Minor surface scratches on saucer and side plate consistent with nearly 90 years of use - these are characteristic of vintage transferware and do not detract from display or function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eTea Caddy:\u003c\/em\u003e Excellent condition with minimal bottom wear and a small maker's miss in the glaze on the lid (a minor production imperfection). No chips, cracks, or damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAuthenticity Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe believe in transparency about provenance. The Spode trio is authentic vintage transferware from the 1930s with confirmed backstamps. The tea caddy is a 20th-century reproduction inspired by traditional Delft designs - a quality piece that offers the aesthetic of antique Delftware with the practicality of modern production. Together, they create a cohesive and beautiful collection at an accessible price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the age of the Spode trio, hand wash only with mild detergent and warm water. Avoid extreme temperature changes and dishwashers. The tea caddy should also be hand washed and dried immediately. Both pieces are suitable for everyday use with proper care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eA beautifully curated set that celebrates the timeless appeal of blue and white ceramics - perfect for tea lovers, collectors, and anyone who appreciates the marriage of heritage and function.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Timeless Edit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42052471914542,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2808\/9574\/files\/SpodetriowithDelftStyleteacaddy6.jpg?v=1771827346","url":"https:\/\/jacquifink.com\/products\/blue-and-white-spode-trio-with-delft-style-tea-caddy","provider":"Jacqui Fink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}