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Collection of Twelve Warwick Restaurantware Creamers with Red Borders, 1948

$462per set
£350.81per set
€420.78per set
CA$661.66per set
A$682.99per set
CHF 384.97per set
MX$8,836.30per set
NOK 4,392.05per set
SEK 4,633.42per set
DKK 3,145.09per set

About the Item

Collection of Twelve Warwick Restaurantware Creamers with Red Borders, circa 1948 A collection of small handleless creamers by Warwick China, featuring light ceramic bodies and a deep red ornamental border around the upper section. The collection is united by the repetition of a shared form and decoration. Displayed together, the pieces create a composition of small volumes distinguished by the continuity of the pattern, the contrast of colors, and the delicate pouring spouts. The decoration concentrates its detail in a band near the rim. The intricate, foliate-style pattern combines curves and small decorative elements that contrast with the smooth surface below. The border follows the upper contour and emphasizes the opening of the spout, while the broad, undecorated lower section reveals each vessel’s silhouette. This balance between ornament and open space gives these diminutive pieces a composed appearance. The compact, slightly tapered bodies widen toward the base and finish in gently shaped pouring lips. Without handles, the vessels are held directly in the hand, leaving their silhouettes uninterrupted. Their form serves a simple, precise purpose: bringing a small portion of cream to the table alongside coffee or tea. Warwick China belonged to the pottery tradition of Wheeling, West Virginia. Active from 1887 to 1951, the company produced both decorative ceramics and tableware. Dating to circa 1948, this collection represents the company’s final years of production within the context of postwar American dining. Within restaurantware culture, these small vessels combined everyday practicality with attention to presentation. Even a modest piece intended to accompany a drink could carry detailed decoration and contribute to the character of the table service. The collection’s appeal lies in this balance of functional simplicity and ornamental detail. Repetition allows the border to be appreciated as a continuous visual sequence while emphasizing the sculptural presence of the small ceramic bodies. Gathered together, the creamers preserve the memory of traditional coffee service and bring a discreet object from dining history into focus.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2 in (5.08 cm)Width: 1.8 in (4.58 cm)Depth: 1.8 in (4.58 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 12
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Ceramic,Glazed,Molded
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1948
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Coral Gables, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10969252183012

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