Duke of Gloucester

Everything in the world that is not nature is a reflection of the mind of Man, as he/she is developing understanding of the principles of the world and finding new ways to modify nature to the meet exigencies of the Day; to invent and problem solve. This is a creative process that uses the mind, the heart and inspiration. In...

This is the Duke of Gloucester dinnerware. The vibrant fruit and delicate golden brushstrokes of this dinner service have become a favorite of connoisseurs worldwide, but originally the pattern was quite rare. The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation and the Metropolitan Museum of Art own pieces as well as it has been part of the Royal China Company’s archival collection. William Henry...

It happens every autumn in temperate climates of the Northern and Southern hemisphere that all green leaves start to change their colors. Already, we can witness the beauty of autumn colors palette including various shades of yellow, red, purple, black, orange, pink, magenta, and brown. This famous phenomenon is called “fall foliage” and, in some areas of United States and Canada...

Picture made by: Williamsburg Brand Holidays are only occasions that we spend together with our families and loved ones. During these festivities, we feel serene and relaxed. Holidays make us think about the beauty of the event, and how everything should look perfect. Also, there are no better days to think about home decoration than before major holidays, especially Christmas...

  We are all about color.   There are a couple ways to view color. I notice it everywhere and think about it while looking. I dream in color, often of the ocean. There is brilliant shouting color and there is soft flowing subtle color. I like the latter and, in analyzing it further, it may be because it is so powerful that a...

  Make it Yours!  (or give it to someone you love) ~ HURRY! Tomorrow is the last day to RUSH SHIP!!~ Starting on the top left and moving clock-wise: Duke of Gloucester Ginger Jar Lamp (CW1592L) Tony Duquette Artichoke Tureen and Stand (Robin Egg Blue Interior) (TD30) Monkey Pitcher (MS8903) Gabriel Currant Luncheon Plate (CW2204) Blue Lobster Shell Dish (S5328...

My husband and I recently got into watching Friday Night Lights. I know, I know, I'm really late to the game! But let's be honest, is there any better way to watching an addictive show than being able to see the next episode instantly?! No cliff hangers. No waiting a whole week. All we have to do is let Netflix...

It's FLASH BACK FRIDAY!! Today we'll dig up an old post from our blog's archives to share with you again! There's some good stuff in there. Today it's our Edible Duke of Gloucester post fro, February 2, 2011. Check it out! I'm a little obsessed with all these cake decorating shows that have become the new "big deal" on the...

This summer Tableware Today had a fairly large spread on people's favorite china patterns. Three of our patterns were mentioned: R. Haviland & C. Parlon's Syracuse Taupe, Mottahedeh's Tobacco Leaf and Duke of Gloucester! These are some of our favorites too! Check back in a month or so to see which patterns are Mottahedeh employs' favorites! Make It Yours!  ...

I'm a little obsessed with all these cake decorating shows that have become the new "big deal" on the food network and other stations. My favorite recently has been Amazing Wedding Cakes. The things these maniacs (in a great way) come up with is so entertaining to watch. They're basically sculping cake. They're artists. And it's thoroughly enjoyable to see...