Elevate your serving style with this exquisite vintage Royal Adderley handled cake plate, crafted from fine bone china in England. Featuring the charming, discontinued "Cornflower" pattern, this piece is a testament to classic English pottery design and a perfect conversation starter for your collection or next gathering.
 
Product Details
 
Design: A round cake plate with elegant side handles, scalloped edges, and a gentle swirl texture around the rim.
Pattern: Adorned with delicate clusters of vivid blue cornflowers and green foliage.
Finish: Hand-applied gold gilt trim accents the rim and handles, adding a touch of timeless luxury.
Dimensions:  Approximately 10 inches (25.5 cm) in diameter including handles.
Condition:  Excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, crazing, or gold loss.
 
A Legacy of English China: The History of Adderley
 
The legacy of Adderley china begins in the heart of the Staffordshire Potteries, specifically Longton, England. William Alsager Adderley founded his business in 1876, establishing a reputation for quality earthenware and fine china.
 
Over the decades, the company evolved:
 
Growth and Acquisition: The company, which became "Adderleys Ltd" in 1906, was acquired by Ridgway Potteries in 1947.
Royal Patronage: The esteemed "Royal Adderley" name began to be used for their bone china lines, leveraging the royal warrant that Ridgway's founder had previously earned as "Potter to Queen Victoria" after the Great Exhibition of 1851.
The Royal Doulton Era: Through a series of mergers, Ridgway Potteries and its subsidiary brands, including Royal Adderley, were incorporated into the Royal Doulton Group in the early 1970s.
Discontinuation: The Royal Adderley name was eventually discontinued by Royal Doulton in the mid-1970s, making patterns like "Cornflower" a sought-after piece of pottery history.
 
This cake plate captures a moment in time from this rich history, likely dating from the mid-1940s to the 1970s. It represents the fine craftsmanship and elegant aesthetic for which English bone china is renowned.