Antique c1939+ Hammersley porcelain very rare, extra large breakfast cup and saucer beautifully painted by D Millington. Designed for retail by Thomas Goode & Co.
The pattern is numbered 13677 which has large pink roses with green leafy foliage. This set is a special edition being painted by the artist who is recognised and sought after by collectors.
Measures
Cup 4 & 3/8" or 11cm diameter, and 2 & 3/4/2 or 7cm height. Saucer 6 & 1/2" or 16.5cm diameter.
Condition inspection found there are not any chips cracks or restoration. The gold gilt has some wear to the rim and handle areas otherwise very good condition. Images are provided to show the item clearly from all angles.
Bio; Thomas Goode & Co. is a prestigious London-based retailer specializing in luxury porcelain and fine china. Established in 1827, the company has commissioned exclusive designs from renowned manufacturers, including Hammersley, Spode, Royal Worcester, and Minton.
A Hammersley piece marked for T. Goode indicates it was custom-made for the retailer, often featuring high-quality craftsmanship and unique patterns. These pieces were sold through Thomas Goode’s flagship store in Mayfair, catering to royalty and aristocracy.
The set has a T. Goode mark, so likely a special commission or a high-end decorative piece.
Hammersley & Co. was a prestigious English porcelain manufacturer founded in 1862 in Longton, Staffordshire. The company initially operated as Adams, Scrivener & Co., later becoming Harvey Adams & Co. before transitioning to Hammersley & Co. under George Hammersley in 1885.
Hammersley was known for producing fine bone china, specializing in tea sets, decorative tableware, and floral designs. The company underwent several ownership changes:
In 1932, it became Hammersley & Co. (Longton) Ltd. and moved to Alsager Pottery.
In 1970, it was acquired by Carborundum Ltd., which later merged with Royal Worcester to form Royal Worcester Spode Ltd. in 1976.
In 1982, the Hammersley name was purchased by Palissy Pottery Ltd., but the original works were closed.
In 1989, Aynsley China acquired the Hammersley name, continuing production until 2014, when the factory shut down
