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| Inspired
by the Orient, Made in Staffordshire since 1848 |
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Born
in Yorkshire in 1752,
Miles Mason built a successful career in London, importing
and retailing Oriental wares, until the Napoleonic Wars
made trade unprofitable.
In 1796 he turned to manufacturing. Mason's business
prospered, producing table sets which reflected Miles'
deep knowledge of Oriental pottery.
Miles
Mason took his eldest son William into partnership in
1805. His second and third sons took over the business
when Miles retired in 1813. George Miles Mason, the
second son, possessed great artistic flair, whereas
his younger brother Charles was more technically inclined.
Together they developed the Mason's earthenware we know
today, creating stunning effects using bold colours
and gold.
In 1813 Charles James Mason took out a patent for "Improvement
in the manufacture of English porcelain". This
marked the arrival of Ironstone patent china. Strong
and durable, Ironstone was suitable for even the largest
of pieces.
In 1848 the patterns and moulds were taken over by Francis
Morley, who moved production to his works at Broad Street,
Hanley, Staffordshire. There it remains today.
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