Vintage English Strawberry and Cream Serving Basket

Brimming with natural beauty and a certain charm that is very, very British, this elegant Vintage Strawberry Basket is sure to take pride of place on any table. Made by Staffordshire's venerable Hammersley potters at Stoke-on-Trent, England, the serving basket has a lovely arched handle and is made of pristine white bone china.

Surely drawing inspiration from the prettiest of English meadows, the basket is beautifully decorated with lush flowering strawberry plants scattered across the surface. Executed in Hammersley's popular mid-century Strawberry Ripe pattern, rich shades of ruby and green are made more brilliant by highlights of bright, sunny yellow and pure white. Nested on either side of the convenient carry handle, a cream jug and open sugar bowl stand ready to impart extra sweetness and decadence to the ripe berries.

Sure to bring to mind memories of magical carefree days as spring turns to summer, this exquisite set with its gilt accents glows with the timeless beauty and exquisite craftsmanship that has enchanted Hammersley collectors for generations.

Strictly one-of-a-kind and subject to prior sale. In excellent vintage condition. 10"W x 7"D x 4"H. Cream jug measures 2.75"W x 2.75"H x 4" at widest point. Sugar container measures 4.25" x 3" x 2:H.