Antique S Hancock Sons Royal Corona Ware Rosetta 7Pc Dresser Vanity Set Chintz For Sale

Antique S Hancock Sons Royal Corona Ware Rosetta 7Pc Dresser Vanity Set Chintz
📋 Item SpecificsFieldValueBrandS. Hancock & SonsProduct LineRoyal Corona WarePatternRosetta (Pattern No. 5342)TypeDresser / Vanity SetNumber of Items7-Piece SetMaterialSemi-Porcelain / Fine EarthenwareTime Period Manufactured1920–1929 (Edwardian / Art Deco Era)Country/Region of ManufactureUnited Kingdom (Stoke-on-Trent, England)ThemeFloral Chintz, Romantic English CountryColorMulticolor (Cream, Coral-Orange, Cobalt Blue, Gold Trim)ConditionUsed (Antique vintage condition with age-appropriate crazing)📝 Detailed Item DescriptionTitle:Antique S. Hancock & Sons Royal Corona Ware "Rosetta" 7-Piece Vanity Dresser Set– Made in Stoke-on-Trent, England (c. 1920s)Description:
Up for sale is a stunning and exceptionally rare7-piece antique porcelain dresser vanity setmanufactured by the renowned English pottery firmS. Hancock & Sons. This beautiful collection features their highly sought-after"Rosetta" pattern (No. 5342), a vibrant floral chintz design showcasing prominent coral-orange roses, brilliant cobalt blue blossoms, and soft green foliage set against a distinctive brown-dotted/mottled background.Each piece is beautifully accented with elegant gilt highlighting along the edges and features the authentic"Royal Corona Ware" crown backstampconfirming its English origin.The complete 7-piece set includes:

• 1 Long Octagonal Display Tray:Perfect for displaying the collection on a vanity or sideboard. (Measures 14 1/2" L x 4 1/4" W)
• 1 Large Lidded Soap Dish:Features a handles-on-sides layout. (Measures 3 1/8" W x 2 1/2" H)
• 1 Tall Lidded Hair Receiver Jar:Featuring the traditional top central opening. (Measures 3" W x 2 7/8" H)
• 2 Octagonal Lidded Powder/Trinket Jars:Distinctly shaped with matching floral lids. (Each measures 3 1/8" W x 2 1/2" H)
• 1 Dainty Bud Vase:Fluted, oval-base structural styling. (Measures 2 3/4" L x 2 3/4" W x 5 1/4" H)
• 1 Matching Pair of Candlesticks:Flared, elegant bases framing the vanity landscape. (Measures 3 3/8" L x 3" W base)

Condition Report:
This antique set is inexcellent vintage conditionfor its age. There are no structural cracks or heavy chips. True to English earthenware from the early 20th century, there isfine, uniform glaze crazingcommon across the pieces, which adds wonderful authentic character. Some minor, expected paint and gilt wear may be present on high-contact edges due to safe handling over the past century. Please review the close-up photos to appreciate the remarkable coloration and glaze preservation.🏛️ Company History: S. Hancock & SonsThe firm was originally established bySampson Hancockin 1857 in Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent. After relocating to the Bridge Works in Stoke in 1870, the company built a strong reputation for producing decorative earthenware, fine dinner sets, and sanitary goods. When Sampson passed away in 1900, his three sons (Jabez, Harry, and Arthur) took over the operations.In1912, they launched their premium ornamental art pottery line under the trade name"Royal Corona Ware". This division became famous for intricate, romantic multi-colored transferware and bohemian designs. Facing major economic challenges in the mid-1930s, the original family business entered receivership and closed its factory gates forever in1937. Because the pottery line existed for a finite, historical window, surviving intact collections are highly collectible pieces of classic English history.💎 Rarity & Collector Appeal

• The "Rosetta" Pattern:While individual "Rosetta" items like large wash bowls or single ginger jars comes up, finding small vanity accent pieces is highly uncommon.
• Survival of a Full Set:Toiletries and vanity items were subjected to daily water, soap, and cosmetics contact. Finding a7-piece complete set—where the delicate lids, the fragile candlesticks, and the large tray have stayed together without being broken or separated over 100 years—isextraordinarily rare.
• Cross-Market Demand:This set appeals simultaneously to three active buying markets: antique English porcelain enthusiasts, chintz textile/pattern collectors, and "Grandmillennial" interior designers looking for curated bedroom accent statements.

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