1930s Trio of Grindley & Co "The Royston" Bone China Serving Pieces – Vermont Estate Find

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….A Treasure from a Vermont Summer House
This beautiful trio of bone china serving pieces comes from a cherished Vermont … Read more ….A Treasure from a Vermont Summer House
This beautiful trio of bone china serving pieces comes from a cherished Vermont estate – an old family summer house where generations gathered around tables laden with home-cooked meals and laughter. You can almost imagine the rich gravies being poured, the side dishes being passed, and the countless family celebrations these elegant pieces have witnessed over the decades.
The Trio
Sauce/Gravy Boat: 8" L x 4" W on a 7" attached underplate
Platter: 10" L x 7.5" W
Deep Dish: 6.5" L x 5.5" W
This perfectly curated trio offers everything you need for gracious serving – the gravy boat for sauces and gravies, the platter for meats or side dishes, and the deep dish for vegetables, cranberry sauce, or condiments. Together, they create a cohesive tablescape that speaks to thoughtful entertaining.
The Design
"The Royston" pattern is quintessentially English elegance at its finest. Delicate pink rose swags dance across the creamy bone china surface, beautifully complemented by refined blue neoclassical urns. The gilt edge adds that perfect touch of luxury – the kind of detail that elevates everyday dining into something special. This is the china that made English tea time legendary.
About Grindley & Co
Grindley & Co was one of England's most respected pottery manufacturers, established in Tunstall, Staffordshire – the heart of England's pottery district. Operating from the mid-1800s through the 20th century, Grindley became renowned for their exceptional bone china and earthenware, particularly their transfer-printed patterns that graced dining tables throughout the British Empire and America.
The company's pieces were cherished for their durability combined with refined beauty – china that was meant to be used and loved, not just admired. "The Royston" pattern exemplifies their neoclassical aesthetic, featuring romantic rose motifs and classical urn designs that were hallmarks of English china during the company's golden era.
Grindley pieces were often found in the finest homes and hotels, treasured for their translucent quality, delicate weight, and patterns that never went out of style. Today, collectors prize these pieces for their craftsmanship and the nostalgic connection to an era when families dined on beautiful china, even on ordinary days.
Condition – The Beauty of a Life Well-Lived
Well-loved condition with honest wear that tells these pieces' story. There is some crazing (fine crackling in the glaze) and a few small nicks and dings – and that's precisely why we fell in love with this set. These marks aren't flaws; they're a testament to a life well-lived, to meals shared, to memories made.
These aren't precious pieces that sat untouched in a cabinet. The gravy boat poured countless Sunday gravies, the platter held roasted chicken and sliced ham, the deep dish cradled green beans and cranberry relish. The gentle wear makes them approachable, inviting you to use and enjoy them rather than fear them.
The Vermont Estate Collection
This trio is part of a larger collection we acquired from this remarkable Vermont summer house. Multiple pieces from "The Royston" pattern and other Grindley designs will be available in our shop – a rare opportunity to collect a cohesive set with shared provenance. Imagine recreating those Vermont summer house dinners in your own home, carrying forward a tradition of gracious hospitality.
Why We Love This Trio
In a world of disposable everything, there's something profoundly moving about china that has been cherished for generations. These pieces bridge past and present, inviting you to create your own memories while honoring those who came before. Use them, love them, and one day pass them on with your own stories attached.
The fact that you're getting three coordinating serving pieces from the same estate, with the same history, the same patina of use – that's extraordinarily special. They belong together, just as they've been together through decades of family meals.
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Undermarked: Grindley & Co, England, "The Royston" See less