Posted 8 years ago
racer4four
(586 items)
These belong to my son Vincent, not because he is big on china necessarily, more because he is really interested in anything related to WWI.
The crest on the British battleship is Weston Super Mare, a seaside town on England's south west coast. I think the crest is charming, with it's happy sun hovering over the sea, fitting for this town that was a seaside holiday destination in the 19th century. It's back stamp is Willow Art Longton China.
The crest on the artillery gun is for Leek, Staffordshire, with it's motto ARTE FAVENTE NIL DESPERANDUM which apparently translates to: Our skill assisting us, we have no cause for despair (take that as you will).
It's back stamp is registered for Carlton China, W&R Stoke on Trent.
They are quite interesting little things. I'll post another!
It is indeed Thomas. Thanks mate!
Love this and your story! Yes please post more!
Something I have never seen before they are great!!!
Vincent has fine taste in China.
Fabulous pieces VINCENT & KAREN !!!
So glad you like these quirky little things Bijou. Vincent says thanks.
Thanks Roddy. Crested china was quite a thing early 20th century, and was a recognised part of the war effort.
Thank you Fort. I will pass that on to him.
Thanks Vet, happy Easter to you and yours!
These pieces are really great Karen.......familiar with crested china but have not seen military related pieces before!! Well done to your son for collecting them!!
Thanks Judy. He's a true collector at only 16; clearly well indoctrinated!
Wonderful pieces, and what a fine thing to collect. A thank, a ship, and a cannon! Are there more? I want to see the whole thing. :)
He does have another ceramic tank, not crested, I will get up soon Katherine. Thanks mate.