Mid-Century Robin's Egg Blue and Silver Trim Ceramic Tea and Dinner Service
Decorative Art, Ceramic Tableware Set • Unknown manufacturer, likely mid-century Japanese or American commercial ceramic production (such as Homer Laughlin or Metlox style)
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Modern Design
Medium & Technique
Glazed ceramic with metallic silver-plated or platinum rim accents, slip-cast and kiln-fired
Creation Period
Mid-20th century, circa 1950s - 1960s
Dimensions & Format
Standard domestic tableware dimensions; dinner plates approximately 10 inches in diameter, other pieces scaled proportionally
Subject Description
Functional tableware service consisting of dinner plates, salad/side plates, teacups, saucers, bowls, and a creamer, featuring a distinct robin's egg or turquoise blue border with ivory centers and lustrous silver-plated rims
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good, appearing generally well-preserved with intact glaze and minor signs of shelf wear
Estimated Market Value
$50 - $150 for the partial service set
Auction Estimate
$30 - $80
Provenance History
Acquired from a secondary market or thrift setting, originally manufactured for domestic household use in the mid-20th century
Art Historical Significance
Representative of post-WWII domestic consumer design trends, showcasing the popular pastel color palettes and metallic rim accents characteristic of 1950s kitchenware and dining aesthetics
Notable Features
Striking and vibrant robin's egg blue glaze paired with contrasting white centers and reflective silver rims, highly characteristic of atomic-era and mid-century modern kitchen aesthetics
Condition Issues
Potential minor loss or tarnishing of the silver metallic rim plating consistent with age and use; possible minor utensil marks on the interior surfaces
Conservation Recommendations
Hand wash only with mild detergent to preserve the metallic rims; avoid dishwashers and abrasive scrubbers; store with protective felt dividers between stacked plates