Diameter: approx. 8 1/8 inches
Weight: approx. 367 grams
Maker’s / Manufacturer’s Marks: SEASIDE MEMORIES. Inspired by the Childhood Memories of an Edwardian Summer. Royal Worcester Fine Bone China. Made in England. Designed by Yvonne Gilbert and crafted in fine bone china by Royal Worcester. Compton & Woodhouse Limited. 1991
Condition: In good condition. Please check our images for more details.
Internal notes: QC passed
The sun is high in the sky, casting a warm golden glow over the soft sand. The scent of the sea mingles with the fresh summer breeze as two children sit by their masterpiece—a grand sandcastle adorned with tiny flags waving in the wind. Their hands, dusted with fine grains of sand, carefully place the final seashell embellishments. The boy, dressed in a crisp sailor outfit, holds a painted tin bucket, about to pour the last bit of water into the castle’s moat, while the girl, with her sun-kissed curls, leans forward, eyes bright with excitement. Beside them, a well-loved teddy bear rests on the sand, watching over the childhood magic unfolding—a timeless moment, frozen in time.
Laughter echoes across the shore as gentle waves lap at the coastline, their rhythmic whispers blending with the call of distant seagulls. Behind them, a lighthouse stands proudly against the blue sky, a silent guardian of maritime adventures. Their bare feet sink into the sun-warmed sand as they dream of knights and princesses, of pirate ships and hidden treasures buried beneath the castle’s towering turrets. The gentle rustle of beach grass sways in the breeze, carrying whispers of memories that linger long after the tide washes their creation away. This plate, crafted in fine Royal Worcester bone china, captures not just a scene but the very essence of an Edwardian summer—a time of innocence, discovery, and endless days beneath the sun.
For collectors of vintage bone china and lovers of nostalgic seaside imagery, this exquisite 1991 collector’s plate is a treasure. Designed by Yvonne Gilbert and part of the coveted Seaside Memories series, it offers a portal to a simpler time, a window into the past where childhood summers felt endless. Its fine detailing, delicate gold trim, and masterful artistry make it a truly timeless piece, perfect for display or as a heartfelt gift for those who cherish the romance of yesteryear.
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