Copeland Spode "New Stone" Teacup and Saucer in pattern R8479

This is a classic 1948-49 design that was produced for only a short time, making it scarcer than many other New Stone patterns. Distinctive rust-orange /red border with cobalt blue scrolls and gold gilt trim; slightly Chinoiserie-influenced, but more in the "King's pattern" style. Rich gilding on the rim, handle and foot of the cup. Central hand-enameled floral spray (peonies, chrysanthemums, etc in pinks, blues, yellows, and greens. Spode is a historic English pottery brand from Stoke-on-Trent, famous since the late 18th century. "New Stone" refers to a mide-20th-century line of durable fine stoneware (a hard, chip resistant earthenware body with a slightly grayish tint under the glaze.