Crockery
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6 Wedgwood mugs, Contrasts Collection
Original Meissen ceremonial plate / ceremonial bowl – Form F152a – Decor 332g – Cobalt blue background – German flowers – 1951 –
Vintage IKEA 365+ teapot by Susan Pryke – white feldspar porcelain
Hutschenreuter Galleria Bollogna
Vintage Alfi Saphir Thermos Flask / Insulated Flask 1L / Chrome Plated
Villeroy & Boch Santiago Serving Tray
8x Vintage Ceramano "Sapphire" Breakfast Plates - 60s - West Germany
Set of 4 Sarreguemines soup plates with floral motif, first half of the 20th century
Set of 6 Sarreguemines soup plates with floral motif, first half of the 20th century
Sarreguemines salad bowl/tureen without lid, floral motif, first half of the 20th century
Sarreguemines salad bowl with floral motif, first half of the 20th century
🫒 Rare Olives Emma Bridgewater Teapot 1990 🫒
Beautiful 18-piece Japanese dinner service (60s/70s)
Original Meissen teapot, onion pattern – 1st choice – W 24 cm – excellent condition
Original Meissen coffee pot, onion pattern – first choice – excellent condition
Original Meissen porcelain – 12 dinner plates, Onion pattern – Shape 475 – First choice – Ø 25 cm – Excellent condition
Set of 6 Sarreguemines Dessert Plates with Floral Motif, First Half of the 20th Century
Set of 4 Sarreguemines dessert plates with floral motif, first half of the 20th century
Original Meissen 6 soup plates, onion pattern – shape 489 – first choice – Ø 24 cm – excellent condition
Original Meissen Onion Pattern Tin Set – 2 Lidded Tins – 1st & 2nd Choice – Excellent Condition
Set of 6 Sarreguemines dinner plates with floral motif, first half of the 20th century
Original Meissen Milk & Sugar Set, Onion Pattern – Milk Jug, Sugar Bowl & Porcelain Spoon – 1st & 2nd Choice – Excellent Conditi
Small milk jug and porcelain cups, Schirnding Bavaria
Original Meissen bowl, onion pattern – 1st choice – Ø 23 cm – Excellent condition
Crockery
An Artistic Expression of Hospitality and Style
Crockery is more than just a collection of plates, bowls and cups; it is an art form that embodies the beauty of table setting and hospitality. With its rich history and cultural influences, crockery has held a special place in the hearts of people around the world over the centuries. From simple pottery to sophisticated porcelain, crockery is an artistic expression of style, tradition and good taste. Check out Whoppah's extensive range!
History
The history of crockery goes back thousands of years. Originally, simple earthenware bowls and pots were used to store and serve food. As civilisations developed, tableware began to evolve and become more sophisticated. In ancient cultures such as China, Egypt, Greece and Rome, pottery was decorated with beautiful motifs and symbolic patterns, emphasising the importance of table culture and hospitality.
The Renaissance period brought a revival of art and culture, and crockery became a focus of aesthetic attention. European royal houses ordered beautifully decorated porcelain from China, leading to the establishment of famous porcelain factories in Europe, such as Meissen and Sèvres. Each piece of tableware became a masterpiece in itself, with hand-painted motifs, rich colours and sophisticated gold accents.
In modern times, crockery has become a reflection of different styles and cultural influences. From traditional and classic to contemporary and minimalist, there is a suitable table setting for every palate and every occasion. Contemporary designers are experimenting with shapes, textures and materials, making tableware an increasingly dynamic and personal aspect of interior design.
Functionalities
Tableware is not only about aesthetics, but also about functionality. Each type of tableware has a specific function, from dinner plates to soup bowls, from teacups to cake plates. Each piece is carefully designed to present the right food in the right way and enrich the culinary experience. In addition, the quality of the material plays an important role in the durability and usability of dinnerware.
On special occasions, such as weddings, parties and family gatherings, tableware is often treasured as a precious heirloom passed down from generation to generation. It has the ability to evoke memories of treasured moments and beloved people. Tableware is more than just utensils; it is tangible memories of special moments in life.
Crockery
In modern society, where rushed meals and disposable items sometimes seem to prevail, tableware calls us to appreciate the art of table culture. It reminds us to take time to enjoy meals, share with others and embrace hospitality. Tableware is a tribute to the rich traditions of the past and a symbol of the warmth and joy that come together around a beautifully set table.