How do you identify Spode china?
How do you identify Spode china?
The Most Common Spode Markings When the company first started, pieces were not always marked and sometimes you’ll just find a pattern with no backstamp. It’s worth noting, though, that most painted marks are red, sometimes blue, or black was used too. This marking is a printed backstamp c1835-45.
Where is Spode made in England?
Stoke-on-Trent
Spode is an English brand of pottery and homewares produced by the company of the same name, which is based in Stoke-on-Trent, England.
Is all Spode made in England?
Spode is a brand of china that was first made in the 1770s in Stoke-on-Trent, England. Today Spode has been purchased by the Portmeirion Group, and is one of several brands it makes. And nowadays some pieces are made in other countries, including China.
When did Spode factory close?
2008
Spode’s factory was in continuous production from 1774 to 2008, when it finally closed (although the brand was subsequently purchased by Portmeirion, who continue to make Spode branded wares at their own factory in Stoke).
How old is Spode?
Spode dates back to 1770, according to the Spode website, when Josiah Spode I started the company in Stoke-on-Trent in England. He entered the world of pottery at the age of 16, and showed an immediate knack for the trade, working for well-known potters like Thomas Whieldon, before opening his own business.
Is the Spode factory still open?
A decade ago the Spode Works closed its doors for the final time – bringing to an end 240 years of ceramics production at the factory.
Is Spode china still made in England?
Spode Christmas Tree pattern was made in England until 2006, when production was moved to Malaysia. Wedgwood china is also no longer made in the UK, but in Malaysia and the brand has suffered in quality, reputation and esteem as a luxury brand item as a result.
