Royal Albert 100 Years of Royal Albert 3-Piece Set, 1900 ?Regency
As it embarks on a new century of fine china design, Royal Albert honors the artistic achievements of the one it has so faithfully chronicled with this stunning 100 Years of Royal Albert tribute collection. Employing classic shapes and delicate floral motifs, the 10-part series, which includes teaware, figurines, and brooches, recalls major British historical events and style trends from each decade of the 21st century. Inspiration for the series came from previous Royal Albert designs and its archive pattern books.The collection's 10 three-piece sets are a wonderfully social way to tell the entire story, beginning with this 1900 "Regency." Crafted of bone china with lavish 22-karat gold accents on gracefully scalloped shapes, the teacup, saucer, and dessert plate illustrate the transition from the Victorian to the Edwardian era and the bold style of the Regency period. Unusual color combinations in rich, lustrous shades were popular, and this pattern showcases solid cobalt blue bands alternating with maroon and cobalt flower blossoms on a pure white background. Each piece has a special commemorative backstamp, and the set comes packaged in a presentation-style pink and burgundy hatbox with depictions of all the patterns. The china is dishwasher-safe and carries a two-year warranty.--Kara Karll