{"product_id":"crown-staffordshire-blackstone-fine-bone-china-pedestal-cake-stand-england-mid-20th-century","title":"Crown Staffordshire Blackstone Fine Bone China Pedestal Cake Stand  England | Mid-20th Century","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThe Story\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA beautifully tailored piece of English entertaining ware, this vintage \u003cstrong\u003eCrown Staffordshire Blackstone pedestal cake stand\u003c\/strong\u003e pairs classic fine bone china with striking black-and-gold decoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Blackstone pattern feels remarkably sophisticated today. Against luminous white bone china, delicate black scalloped borders frame a stylized botanical motif touched in gleaming gold. The dramatic scalloped rim is finished with a generous band of gold, while molded radiating flutes create movement across the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eEven the pedestal was thoughtfully designed. Its fluted, scalloped form echoes the upper plate, giving the entire piece a graceful architectural silhouette from every angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMade in England by \u003cstrong\u003eCrown Staffordshire\u003c\/strong\u003e, the underside bears the Crown Staffordshire Fine Bone China Staffordshire England backstamp as well as the \u003cstrong\u003e“BLACKSTONE”\u003c\/strong\u003e pattern name.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAt 9 inches across, this is a particularly lovely scale for a petite cake, pastries, petits fours, chocolates, fruit, or simply displayed as part of a collected china cabinet or bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe Object\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMore than serving ware, this is the sort of vintage object that transforms a table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe restrained black linework keeps the design crisp and graphic, while the gold brings just enough glamour. It moves easily between \u003cstrong\u003eHollywood Regency, traditional English, grandmillennial, Art Deco-inspired, and eclectic interiors\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIts pedestal form is especially appealing for collectors because it gives the Blackstone pattern dimension and presence beyond the more commonly encountered plates, saucers, and individual tableware pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCollected Beauty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e• Authentic Crown Staffordshire fine bone china\u003cbr\u003e• Blackstone pattern\u003cbr\u003e• Made in Staffordshire, England\u003cbr\u003e• Elegant black, white, and gold palette\u003cbr\u003e• Stylized botanical center decoration\u003cbr\u003e• Intricate black scalloped borders\u003cbr\u003e• Molded radiating fluted surface\u003cbr\u003e• Sculptural scalloped rim with gold detailing\u003cbr\u003e• Coordinating fluted pedestal base\u003cbr\u003e• Beautiful specialty serving form\u003cbr\u003e• Excellent vintage condition\u003cbr\u003e• Sophisticated display piece when not in use\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e• Maker: Crown Staffordshire\u003cbr\u003e• Pattern: Blackstone\u003cbr\u003e• Material: Fine bone china\u003cbr\u003e• Color: White, black and gold\u003cbr\u003e• Form: Pedestal cake stand \/ comport\u003cbr\u003e• Origin: Staffordshire, England\u003cbr\u003e• Era: Mid-20th century\u003cbr\u003e• Marked: Crown Staffordshire Fine Bone China, Staffordshire England; “BLACKSTONE”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e• Diameter: 9\"\u003cbr\u003e• Height: 4\"\u003cbr\u003e• Weight: 1.20 lb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCondition Report\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e• Excellent vintage condition\u003cbr\u003e• No chips, cracks, or repairs observed\u003cbr\u003e• Gold decoration remains bright and beautifully preserved\u003cbr\u003e• Black decoration remains crisp and well defined\u003cbr\u003e• Glossy, clean bone china surface\u003cbr\u003e• Minimal signs of age consistent with careful use and storage\u003cbr\u003e• Please review all photographs as part of the condition description\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eclectic Whimsy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54611299696950,"sku":"C1254","price":138.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/9155\/4102\/files\/CrownStaffordshireVintageCakeStand_2.png?v=1790017786","url":"https:\/\/eclecticwhimsydecor.com\/products\/crown-staffordshire-blackstone-fine-bone-china-pedestal-cake-stand-england-mid-20th-century","provider":"Eclectic Whimsy Decor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}