Pastel Studs

Historical Information

Type: Transferware

Fabric: Porcelain

Date: Late 19th Century

Find Location: The Thames Estuary, UK

Extra information:

The transfer process, developed in 1760 England, allowed for the mass production of lovely dishes, making them more affordable for the common folk. Early manufacturers of English transferware include well-known potteries such as Wedgwood& Copeland-Spode.

These potteries produced thousands of patterns in various colours (with Black & Mulberry being the rarest) on different types of ceramic, including earthenware, porcelain, & ironstone. Artists would etch designs onto copper plates, cover them with paint, & then print the image onto tissue paper. The paper would then be pressed onto a dish & kiln-fired.