This vintage Shelley English bone china tea cup and saucer features the delicate “Harebell” pattern in the elegant Chester shape. The cup’s flared body rests on a pale blue pedestal base, complemented by a distinctive looped handle also finished in matching blue. Both the cup and saucer are decorated with graceful sprays of harebell flowers in shades of soft blue with trailing green stems and leaves, highlighted by hand-applied gilt trim along the rims.
The Chester shape is one of Shelley’s more unique and collectible forms, admired for its refined silhouette and unusual handle design. The “Harebell” pattern captures the lightness and beauty of English wildflowers, making this set an enchanting addition to any Shelley collection. Perfect for display or for a refined tea service, it embodies both rarity and timeless charm.
