Royal Albert 'Lavender Rose' Bone China Trios — Pink Roses & Gilt Lace Scrollwork on White, England, c.1950s–1970s — Set of Three

Royal Albert 'Lavender Rose' Bone China Trios — Pink Roses & Gilt Lace Scrollwork on White, England, c.1950s–1970s — Set of Three

Few patterns in the Royal Albert catalogue have endured as quietly and as consistently as Lavender Rose — which is, in itself, a form of testimony.

Introduced in the 1950s, 'Lavender Rose' became one of Royal Albert's most steadily produced patterns — not through novelty, but through the particular reliability of its appeal. The design is built around clusters of deep pink roses set against trails of fine gilt lace scrollwork on a clean white bone china ground, with smaller rose sprays and scattered leaves completing the composition. The result is warm without being heavy, decorative without being fussy — the kind of pattern that makes a table look considered rather than contrived.

The form is the familiar Royal Albert scalloped shape: a gently flared teacup on a footed base with the characteristically scrolled handle, paired with a scalloped saucer and matching side plate. A fine gold line traces the rim of each piece. The interior of the cup carries a single rose spray — visible, as always, only to the person drinking.

Three complete trios are available, sold as a set.

Key Details

• Maker: Royal Albert, England
• Mark: Royal Albert Bone China England, 'Lavender Rose'
• Pattern: Lavender Rose
• Period: c.1950s–1970s
• Body: Bone china, white ground
• Decoration: Transfer-printed pink roses with gilt lace scrollwork
• Trim: Gold line to rim and foot
• Form: Scalloped footed teacup with scrolled handle, saucer, and side plate
• Quantity: Three complete trios, sold as a set

Condition
Good used condition. There are no chips, cracks, or crazing. Gilding is in excellent condition throughout with no significant loss. Light use consistent with age.

Other ‘Lavender Rose’ pieces from the shop: trio.

A pattern that has graced more English tables than most — and shows no signs of outstaying its welcome.