Vintage Staffordshire Ironstone Blue Cup & Saucer

Large, eye-catching breakfast cup with matching saucer in classic cobalt blue transferware. The scene features cattle watering by a river with a castellated ruin in the distance and a floral border, quintessential English pastoral charm. Underside backstamps read “English Scenic – Warranted Staffordshire Ironstone – Arcadia” (typical mid-century Staffordshire mark; specific pottery uncertain, likely one of the Staffordshire firms such as Adams/Meakin/Wood & Sons).

• Materials: Glazed earthenware/ironstone (blue transfer print)

• Style/Theme: Traditional English country; pastoral landscape with cattle; floral border; Victorian revival/Colonial revival décor

• Age: circa 1930s–1960s (mid-20th century Staffordshire)

• Maker/Brand: Backstamped “English Scenic – Warranted Staffordshire Ironstone – Arcadia”; made in England

• Size: Cup approx. 7.5 in wide (to handle) and 4.5 in tall; saucer approx. ~6¼–6½ in diameter

• Condition: Good vintage. Clean, glossy print. Expected age wear: light utensil marks and specks, minor glaze crazing and a few tiny kiln/flea marks at rims/foot; no structural cracks or repairs noted. Presents beautifully.

• Food safety: Ironstone was originally intended for table use, but due to age and possible crazing, this set is best for gentle use or decorative/display purposes.

• Perfect for: Blue-and-white collectors, farmhouse/kitchen display, tea service props.