| Since 1770, the Spode name has been synonymous with the finest in dinnerware. The blue under-glaze printing technique perfected by Josiah Spode in 1784 changed the landscape of English ceramics forever, enabling incredibly intricate illustrations to be reproduced with breathtaking depth and detail. A classic example of this technique, Blue Italian has been one of the most prized patterns in dinnerware for over 200 years. |