Spode 'Christmas Tree' Dinnerware Collection

Story

In 1938, a young designer named Harold Holdway was tasked with creating a Christmas pattern for Spode's American market. Having never decorated a tree himself, he drew the presents hanging directly from the branches, creating an endearing, whimsical design that became a global holiday tradition.

Maker / Origin

Founded by Josiah Spode in 1770, the company revolutionized the ceramics industry by perfecting the formula for fine bone china and mastering underglaze blue transfer printing. Spode's innovations allowed high-quality, beautifully decorated tableware to be produced at a scale that transformed middle-class dining across the globe.

Condition & Value

The collection appears to be in excellent, gently used condition with no visible chips, cracks, or heavy crazing in the photos. The presence of original boxes suggests careful seasonal storage, which greatly helps preserve the glaze and hand-painted green rims.