The tradition of drinking tea was brought to the British Isles in the 1600’s by King Charles and his Portuguese bride, Catherine de Braganza. The 18th century saw the birth of the industrial revolution and tea became a national drink for the British. Tea was a precious commodity in that day, and to keep it […]
Staffordshire Figures
These charming pieces of pottery were produced by the potters in Staffordshire, England, during Victorian times and were sold by traveling peddlers door-to-door, at county fairs, open markets and shops. They also set up stalls near theaters and other tourist attractions. While the rich and well-to-do sought Meissen and Chelsea objects for their homes, the […]
