In their Element
I hope you will forgive me for repeating an older post... but a nasty cold this week meant this is the perfect time to shine the light...
Compagnie des Indes
Today a mystery... Is this a Caughley teapot, or is it Worcester? This beautiful little pot was made in the 18th Century, possibly as...
Winter flowers
Happy weekend! Today I have a very elegant tea service to show to you. It was made by New Hall around the year 1810, and it was made of...
Making a wave
These vases are making a wave! Made by Samuel Alcock in the early to mid 1820s, they are of the "wave edge" shape, and these are...
Take your pick
Today a fun and intriguing piece of porcelain. This dish was made by Chamberlains Worcester in about 1795. As you can see it has a very...
Artichoke
On the cusp of a new year, this week I am showing you a truly rare treasure: a full tea service made by Derby in about 1785. This service...
Happy Holidays
It seems like last week that I last sent out Christmas cards... yet a year must have passed, as it's nearly Christmas again! This year I...
Dine in Style
I am pleased to share a feature I wrote for Homes & Antiques, the magazine that I write a monthly column for. It's all about dinner...
Tribute
Those of you who follow me on Instagram and watch items on my website will have noticed that I've been a little more quiet lately. It has...
Fire breathers
Dragons, snakes, monsters, serpents... have a good look under your bed before you go to sleep tonight! Antique British porcelain is full...
