Spode is the company that perfected the process of blue underglaze printing on earthenware, from hand engraved copper plates. Spode’s original blue and white designs have become some of the most collectable in the history of ceramics. Spode China is still made by the original formula and is recognized as the whitest and strongest made. From generation to generation, Spode has been handed down by families and collectors who appreciate the joy of owning the original, and that custom continues today.Herend is renowned for its fine porcelain figurines with their wonderful fishnet pattern. These products soared to popularity in the 1950’s and are highly sought after today. Creatures in the menagerie develop from the wellspring of an artist’s imagination, often inspired by a personal experience such as a real-life encounter with a particular animal, or from the requests of collectors. Herend also creates other porcelain products as well. The fabulous designs of their baskets reveal intricate details to astonish the connoisseur. Hand weaving, piercing, gilding, and painting show off the talents of Herend’s artists to the utmost degree. There are plenty of places online where you can find great deals on both Herend and Spode dinnerware products.

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