Crown Staffordshire (England) ceramics

Crown Staffordshire is a British ceramics manufacturer that has been producing high-quality fine bone china since the mid-19th century. The company was founded in 1847 by a group of businessmen, including Thomas Green and William Slater, in Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, which was the center of the British pottery industry.

Crown Staffordshire gained a reputation for producing some of the finest bone china in England, with an emphasis on exquisite design and craftsmanship. In the early years, the company specialized in producing fine tableware, including tea sets, dinnerware, and decorative pieces.

During the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Crown Staffordshire expanded its product line to include a wider range of decorative objects, including figurines, vases, and other ornamental pieces. The company became well-known for its animal figurines, which were sought after by collectors.

Throughout the 20th century, Crown Staffordshire continued to produce high-quality ceramics, and more... the company's pieces were widely acclaimed for their beauty and craftsmanship. During the Second World War, Crown Staffordshire played an important role in the war effort, producing ceramic components for aircraft and other military equipment.

In the latter half of the 20th century, Crown Staffordshire faced increasing competition from international ceramics manufacturers, and the company underwent a number of changes in ownership and management finally becoming part of the Wedgwood group in 1985, when the brand was discontinued. less...