This is a rare and extremely attractive coffee set in the Valencia (Green) pattern. The set shape was designed by Ragnar Grimsrud (1902 – 1988), one of Norway’s most gifted ceramists; the decoration was by Rolf Froyland.
This beautiful Norwegian set is a special collector's item - and was only in production from 1960 - 1963. It is always keenly sought after when it comes onto the market.
The design is printed onto the surface of the ceramic – and all the tiny details have been hand-painted.
I also have another Grimsrud teaset for Figgjo Flint listed on my site. The tea set is in the simpler Crocus pattern - and is a lesser price than this one.
The set is priced up as follows: the Coffee Pot is £95 (particularly rare!); the Sugar Bowl is £20; and the milk jug is free (as has a little restored chip). Each cup and saucer (there are 5 in perfect condition) £20. There is one cup with a restored outer chip near the rim and another was an imperfection to the saucer. I have photographed this in close-up for your inspection. These items will not be charged for – and for display purposes, you have a complete set for six.
The total for all pieces as annotated above is £215 (and then rounded down to £200). This is fair given the lovely condition of most of the set – and its rarity. It will probably be not so hard to find a replacement jug and cup / saucer.
Dimensions: The coffee pot is 9 1/2 inches in height including the knop on the lid. From handle to spout is 8 inches. The cups are 2 1/2 inches in height - and the rim measures just over 3 /4 inches in diameter. The saucers are 5 1/2 inches in diameter. The sugar bowl is 2 inches in height by 5 1/2 x 4 1/2 inches.
I have taken lots of images of the set for your interest.
UK Postage Only. It will be sent to you with Parcelforce 24. This will be applied to your order at the checkout. The price to post with insurance against loss in transit will be £14.95