Wedgwood Whitehall White (W4001) Fine Bone China Dinnerware — Complete 8-Place Estate Setting With Tea Service (59-Piece Master Lot #1)

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Inherited from a home defined by effortless elegance and impeccable taste, this stunning first selection of Wedgwood’s iconic Whitehall White … Read more Inherited from a home defined by effortless elegance and impeccable taste, this stunning first selection of Wedgwood’s iconic Whitehall White (W4001) pattern represents the absolute pinnacle of mid-century English sophistication.

Produced in Staffordshire, England, during its prime 1957–1979 manufacturing run, the Whitehall White collection is celebrated for its pristine, milk-white translucent bone china, framed by a mesmerizing, heavily textured raised 22k gold vine border.

Steeped in historical prestige, the lineage of the Whitehall design carries elite cultural capital—originally commissioned for use at 10 Downing Street, the official residence of the British Prime Minister, to anchor formal state dinners for heads of state. Today, this iconic pattern is a darling of the modern Grandmillennial design movement and a textbook example of Hollywood Regency glamour, revered by decorators for its sheer versatility. Because the W4001 variant utilizes a pure white rim rather than a colored enamel band, it functions as a stylistic chameleon, seamlessly complementing traditional heirloom linens or contemporary gold flatware.

This foundational master lot provides an immediate, turnkey collection—offering complete dining service for eight, highly coveted pouring assets, grand host presentation tableware, and an expanded tea service with teapot featuring 10 complete cup and saucer sets.

The Estate Inventory (59 Total Pieces):

The Place Settings & Glassware
8 Dinner Plates (10.75”) — The grand canvas for your main course.
8 Luncheon / Salad Plates (8.25”) — Perfectly proportioned for first courses or elegant daytime gatherings.
8 Bread & Butter Plates (6”) — Delicate accents for the table's edge.
8 Berry / Dessert Bowls (5.125”) — Ideal for fruit, coulis, or morning treats.
10 Tea Cups — Exquisitely balanced handles with brilliant interior glazing.
10 Saucers — Deeply recessed to hold your cup with poise.

The Tea Service & Pouring Pieces
1 Master Teapot with Lid — The iconic crown jewel of the W4001 line; pours flawlessly without a drip.
1 Lidded Sugar Bowl — Double-handled perfection to keep sugar cubes pristine.
1 Creamer Pitcher — Graceful silhouette with immaculate gold gilding.
1 Elegant Gravy Boat with Attached Underplate — Seamless one-piece construction to protect heirloom linens.

The Grand Serving Tableware
2 Oval Vegetable Side Bowls — Stately accompaniment for sides, greens, or roasted pairings.
1 Large Oval Serving Platter (15.5" x 12") — A heavy, breathtaking focal piece designed to anchor the center of your table.

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