Description
Aynsley Seville Raised Gold Griffins Bread & Butter Plates
This elegant set of three Aynsley Seville bread and butter plates showcases one of the company’s most enduring cobalt blue and raised gold designs. Aynsley Seville Pattern 6874 pairs brilliant cobalt blue with richly gilded griffins, scrolling foliage, and crisp white bone china to create a refined table setting that remains as impressive today as when it was first produced.
A Distinctive Variation of the Seville Pattern
Pattern 6874 belongs to the celebrated Seville family but presents a distinctive interpretation of the design. While it retains the same raised gold griffins, elaborate scrollwork, and deep cobalt border found in other Seville variations, it replaces the ivory-toned inner decoration with a bright white centre.
This cleaner treatment creates a fresh, elegant appearance while preserving the luxurious character that collectors associate with Aynsley’s finest decorative tableware.
Raised Gold Craftsmanship
The decorative border demonstrates the quality that made Aynsley internationally respected. Raised hand-applied gold catches the light beautifully, giving the griffins and scrolling ornament genuine depth rather than appearing simply printed onto the porcelain.
The brilliant cobalt ground provides the perfect contrast for the richly gilded decoration, allowing the intricate design to stand out without overwhelming the plate.
Ideal for Collectors and Table Settings
Bread and butter plates often disappear over decades of family use, making complete groups increasingly difficult to assemble. A matching set of three offers collectors an opportunity to replace missing pieces or expand an existing Seville service.
They also work beautifully as dessert plates, canapé plates, or decorative cabinet displays where the detailed gilding can be fully appreciated.
Why Collectors Look for Aynsley Seville Pattern 6874
Aynsley’s Seville pattern remains one of the company’s most recognizable cobalt and gold designs. Collectors appreciate its combination of traditional English bone china craftsmanship, elaborate raised gilding, and timeless classical ornament.
Pattern 6874 offers a distinctive variation within the Seville family. Its bright white centre gives the design a clean, elegant presentation while preserving the celebrated griffin border that defines the pattern.
Whether displayed individually or combined with other Seville pieces, these plates remain attractive additions to both established collections and formal table settings.
Condition
The plates remain in excellent vintage condition with light signs of careful use appropriate for their age. The raised gilding remains bright, the cobalt retains excellent colour, and the fine bone china shows no chips, cracks, or repairs. Please review the photographs as they form part of the description.
Completing Your Aynsley Seville Collection
Collectors frequently assemble Seville services over many years as individual pieces become available. This matching set of three Pattern 6874 bread and butter plates provides an opportunity to complete or expand an existing service while maintaining consistency in both decoration and pattern variation.
