{"product_id":"cake-stand","title":"Antique Victorian Blue Willow Footed Cake Stand – Grocott \u0026 Nightingale, Staffordshire c. 1860","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis gorgeous mid-19th century \"Blue Willow\" transferware cake stand (also known as a tazza or comport) was crafted in Longton, Staffordshire, by the renowned firm Grocott \u0026amp; Nightingale (active c. 1855–1862). The stand features the iconic Chinoiserie legend of star-crossed lovers transformed into doves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe deep cobalt blue transfer and pedestal base make it perfect for serving cakes, fruit, scones, or even fresh eggs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cspan\u003eFeatures the \"Warranted Staffordshire\" bowknot backstamp with \"G \u0026amp; N\" initials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs is characteristic of authentic 170-year-old earthenware, this piece has\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e fine glaze crazing throughout and chipping to the rim and base (as shown in photos).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10.5 inches wide by 2 inches tall\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"May \u0026 Fairfax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53294060339542,"sku":null,"price":20.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1635\/4902\/files\/B5D7F074-476C-449C-B185-BE8EF78E1789.jpg?v=1777227205","url":"https:\/\/www.mayandfairfax.co.uk\/products\/cake-stand","provider":"May \u0026 Fairfax","version":"1.0","type":"link"}