I love these whimsies, they were usually made during lunch or after regular work was done. The glassworkers would relax by spending time creating unusual glass objects, colorful canes, darners, hats, paperweights and pipes. Whimsies were usually given to family and friends. these are very collectable and sought after.

An interesting thing appears on the bottom of the tray, the name in light blue script E Dule. I think this is the name of the person who commissioned it or who received it as a gift. These are rare in this condition and age. The standish is 9" long.

The making of these plates was a highly specialized art, with many hands and steps involved. The plate was decorated in 19th Century England usually by women and children as there were no labor laws. Children had small hands and could do the intricate decorating and painting involved. The plate displays well and the condition is excellent.

This would make a special gift and can be used in the bedroom or in a luxury bath.

These cups were given as Wedding gifts, tokens of affection and are very popular collectors items today. They are almost impossible to get, their origins are in the early creamware of the 18th Century, when potters used verses on pitchers, cups, teapots and mugs. The condition of this mug is excellent.

These were sold at country fairs in 19th Century England and given to children as tokens of affection. they are very collectable and highly prized.

The Rockingham factory was located in Yorkshire and they made pottery from 1745 until 1842.

These mugs were popular gifts for children and were given at Christenings, Birthdays, Holidays and as rewards for merit in school and church. They were sold at traveling fairs around the country during the 19th Century and also in better shops. They are very collectable and charming today.