Willow Birds Pendant

Historical Information
Type: Willow Pattern - Blue and White
Fabric: Earthenware
Date: 19th Century
Find Location: North Essex, UK
Blue Willow Pattern pottery has a captivating story behind
it.The story begins with the Koong-se, the daughter of a
rich Mandarin, who fell in love with Chang, her father's
assistant. When the Mandarin discovered their
relationship, he banished Chang & built a fence around his
home to keep his daughter away from him. The Mandarin then
arranged for Koong-se to wed a wealthy Duke, who brought a
casket of jewels as a dowry. While the Duke & Mandarin
were preoccupied, Chang snuck into the compound & fled with Koong-se & the jewels. The couple escaped to a faraway island, where Chang made a name for himself as a writer. Unfortunately, the Mandarin eventually discovered their whereabouts & sent his men to kill Chang & set the house on fire, killing Koong-se in the process. The Gods, moved by their tragedy, immortalised them as two doves, which can be seen flying together at the top of the Willow Pattern.