Price & Kensington Blue Sheep Design Spoon Rest

What's for sale?

This is a spoon rest by Price & Kensington potteries, hand-decorated with their charming, spongeware blue sheep design.

Spongeware is a form of decoration which is applied by hand, using shaped pieces of sponge. There was a full range of tableware available in this range, including teapots, mugs, plates and various serving dishes. This is a relatively rare item to find.

Who made it and when?

It's a modern piece, made by the Staffordshire pottery Price & Kensington. The maker's mark reads:

• Hand Painted
• Price Kensington Potteries
• Made in England

What condition is it in?

• Second-hand
• In excellent condition
• No chips or damage
• There is some wear underneath from where it has been sat on a surface

What are the measurements?

• 18cm long (7 inches)
• 7.5cm wide (3 inches)
• 3cm high (just over 1 inch)
• 135 grams

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