Friday, 2 September 2011

Some September blues and whites


"Feeling Blue" is what we might say when we are in low spirits, sad or feeling melancholic: the blue devils, as George Coleman called them in his farce of 1798.


The colour blue, on the other hand, is cool and calm and often associated with inspiration and purity.  It is my favourite colour to have around the house.
 


 So, when I found this sweet little sauce tureen at a market last week, I had to have it.


It is complete with saucer and cover and has no chips or cracks, although, I suspect that it may have started life with a small matching ladle.
It has the look of Victorian transfer-printed wares but I think it is less than 50 years old.


It will give the gravy a little more distinction on the dinner table.


  Anna



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22 comments:

  1. erleichda2 September 2011 at 18:10

    hallo Anna! although your white and blues are english they remind me of the house of my grandma in greece... the sailors used to bring lots of those and they become very popular in the islands! its a bit funny `couse as a child i thought they where something very greek : )

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  2. annie hoff2 September 2011 at 18:44

    I love blue too. That is so pretty....what a find!

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  3. ArtyZen2 September 2011 at 18:49

    I absolutely understand why you had to have it! And I'm sure you'll keep a look out for the ladle too - I will let you know if I ever see one. A lovely find.
    Axx

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  4. Unknown2 September 2011 at 21:29

    what a pretty tureen, I love blue and white, like you I find the colour blue peaceful and calming xx
    sophie

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  5. The Cloth Shed3 September 2011 at 10:17

    What a lovely find and it has a saucer too.
    You can't beat blue and white china on the table...so classy.
    Julie x

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  6. Rosie3 September 2011 at 10:38

    Lovely blue and white tureen! I used to love visiting the Spode Museum here in the city to see all the blue and white wares but unfortunately it and the factory are now closed. I'm sure you will enjoy using it:)

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  7. Rose H (UK)3 September 2011 at 10:52

    Oh my goodness Anna, what a gorgeous sauce tureen. I would certainly have 'snapped it up' if I'd have found it ;o) As you know blue and white are my colours of choice.
    I've looked up the backstamp for you, it is after 1940, but before 1950. Hope you can find a suitable ladle for it. Your table settings will certainly be enhanced when you use it.
    Best wishes
    Rose H

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  8. A garden just outside Venice3 September 2011 at 12:04

    Everything is blue and white in my family's kitchen and of course, I love it!
    Gorgeous find!
    Have a good weekend!

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  9. Jane and Lance Hattatt3 September 2011 at 12:56

    Hello Anna:
    Your sauce tureen is most attractive. Such a pretty shapeand the blue and white is very eye-catching. It will grace any lunch or dinner table.

    We are rather fond of Mason's Ironstone and would think that your tureen dates between 1940-1950. Marvellous that it is perfect but, more than likely, it would have had a matching spoon when new.

    We are sure that you will enjoy using it and that it wll receive many compliments!!

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  10. RDA Pony Tales3 September 2011 at 14:17

    Hello Anna,
    How lovely to find a tureen with lid and saucer in such good condition. I love blue and white china displayed on an old dresser.
    Abby

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  11. Rose H (UK)3 September 2011 at 16:40

    Just popped by again Anna to welcome you as a new follower.
    :o)
    Best wishes
    Rose H

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  12. Richard Cottrell3 September 2011 at 18:21

    Looks like we had the same ideal. I just posted on blue as well. have a great Holiday. Thanks for stopping by. Richard from my Old historic House.

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  13. Debbie~3 September 2011 at 19:09

    Hi Anna, I love your new blue and white tureen, it will be beautiful on your dinner table! I read back a bit on your blog, it's delightful! I'll be back when I have a little more time to read more! Thank you so much, for visiting my blog and becoming my newest follower! Hugs, Debbie @ Cottage Hann~Me~Downs

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  14. designchic3 September 2011 at 21:56

    So beautiful...it was a must. Blue and white porcelain are an absolute favorite of mine!! Hope you're having a wonderful weekend ~

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  15. rachel4 September 2011 at 12:45

    I like the idea of serving a Gravy of Distinction.....

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  16. Ann4 September 2011 at 13:16

    I love the color blue,

    and combined with white...
    I don't think anything would go wrong.

    Your sauce tureen is gorgeous ♥

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  17. Mariette VandenMunckhof-Vedder4 September 2011 at 13:20

    Dearest Anna,

    You got a real oldy! Look here: http://www.replacements.com/webquote/MASVISB.htm
    If this is the large tureen than you got a valuable piece of this wonderful china. We do have Mason's Chartreuse and I love this division of Wedgwood very much.
    Have a lovely week ahead.
    Love to you,

    Mariette

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  18. Sheila4 September 2011 at 15:48

    Hello Anna, thanks for becoming a follower! I took one peek at your blog and have done the same. I really enjoy catching glimpses of other countries and the way people live there so I know already that I will be very interested in learning about Norway. Sunshine Always!

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  19. Mary Bergfeld4 September 2011 at 16:36

    Anna, this is a lovely piece and you photos of it are wonderful. I've only now "found" your blog and have really enjoyed browsing through your earlier posts. I'll be back. I hope you have a great day. Blessings...Mary

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  20. Anonymous5 September 2011 at 13:56

    Hello Anna,
    what a lovely lovely find, it's a really pretty little tureen, I would definately have been tempted too. I am sure you will get lots of pleasure from using it and your table will look fabulous. x

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  21. Friko5 September 2011 at 17:25

    Hi Anna,

    It's Mason Ware and therefore highly collectible. I have several pieces of Mason ware and wouldn't dream of using them for fear of them getting chipped.

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  22. Sarah @ Modern Country Style7 September 2011 at 10:11

    Hi Anna,

    It's beautiful! I love finding things that are gorgeous AND practical! And this looks just the ticket! I can see why you fell in love.

    I've signed up as your new follower!

    Sarahx

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