Ironstone Attic Heirloom

by | Sep 18, 2009 | Antiques, Favorite Finds, Ironstone | 15 comments

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When I stumbled across Emma Calls Me Mama’s Heirloom Party today, I was bummed that I didn’t have a post to share. I have so many wonderful heirlooms, so I got out the camera, took some pics, and put this post together, so I could participate.

My grandparent’s attic has yielded many wonderful treasures, but this has to be my favorite. One visit I did my usual digging around through the bug infested boxes, the crumpled newspapers, the wasps nests (seriously) and I caught a peek of a white lid. Could this be…ironstone? I pulled out the lid and then dove into the rest of the box to see if the tureen was still there and if it was in one piece. It was. I turned it over to see the mark…ironstone! I could never afford to buy one of these, so I was thrilled to find one. The monetary value is not anywhere near as important to me as the fact that it belonged to my grandmother. It is now a prized piece in my ironstone collection.
Is there anyone else out there who loves Ironstone markings as much as I do? I almost wished they were printed on the front insead of the back!

Check out the Heirloom Party today. I think it’s a wonderful idea to pay homage to the beautiful things that were passed down to us from beloved family members.

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    15 Comments

    1. Debra @ Common Ground
      Debra @ Common Ground on September 18, 2009 at 9:42 am

      Yikes! This a fabulous find!!! And all the better that it was your grandmothers! It looks to be in perfect condition and I just love the shape of it. Yes, those markings are perfection…a real quality piece!
      Debra

    2. Anne Lorys - Fiona and Twig
      Anne Lorys - Fiona and Twig on September 18, 2009 at 10:11 am

      Yeppers, I love Ironstone, too. Call me weird, but I really love the veining around the marking…makes it seem more "alive"!
      ~ Anne

    3. Sares
      Sares on September 18, 2009 at 10:16 am

      What a spectacular find! Well worth the trek through some of natures worst pests! You're right about the markings, they would fit right in printed on a pillow!

    5. Sandra
      Sandra on September 18, 2009 at 11:21 am

      Love the ironstone, lucky you, I cherish the items I received from my grandmother. I also love all your handpainted projects, you are a very talented lady! I took tole painting classes in the early 90's but I'm not as steady as you are at freehand. Adding you to my blog list too.

    6. Peg
      Peg on September 18, 2009 at 12:45 pm

      Your tureen is just beautiful. I have been keeping my eyes open for something similar to keep in the center of my dining room table. How exciting to discover it in your grandparents' attic! I love ironstone too.

    7. Kim @ Starshine Chic
      Kim @ Starshine Chic on September 18, 2009 at 1:08 pm

      I just love, love, love your soup tureen. And the fact you got it for free & it belonged to your Grandma makes it priceless. I'm so jealous. And I too love the maker stamps on ironstone or any old china for that matter.

    8. Gail @ Faithfulness Farm
      Gail @ Faithfulness Farm on September 18, 2009 at 2:02 pm

      How beautiful! I love ironstone and had never thought about the labels. They are very special. Thanks for sharing!

      Blessings,
      Gail

    9. Sandi@ Rose Chintz Cottage
      Sandi@ Rose Chintz Cottage on September 18, 2009 at 3:00 pm

      How lovely! Thanks for sharing your treasure and enjoy your weekend.

      Blessings,
      Sandi

    10. Let it Shine
      Let it Shine on September 18, 2009 at 4:01 pm

      Hubba Hubba, that piece is B-eautiful! (Feeling kinda dorky because it's Friday night)

      But what a special piece.
      I have never seen an ironstone marking, just gorgeous, looks like a crest.

    11. Vintage Junky
      Vintage Junky on September 18, 2009 at 7:29 pm

      I totally agree with you… I want to blow them up and put the marks on the front! Love your ironstone…it is my passion!

      SMiles!
      Michelle

    12. Marie
      Marie on September 18, 2009 at 8:15 pm

      Hello Marian – I adore that Ironstone tureen! Wowee. How special it is that you found it in your grandparent's attic. I too love the markings! So cool.

      Thank you for joining me for the party!

      Blessings,
      Marie
      http://emmacallsmemama.com

    13. Susie~From My Home To Yours
      Susie~From My Home To Yours on September 19, 2009 at 5:00 am

      I do love this wonderful ironstone tureen. How special that you have this treasure from your Grandmother. I am also crazy over the old markings. Much better than "made in japan" or "dishwasher safe"! lol…I've enjoyed your blog..Have a great weekend.
      Susie
      http://susie-frommyhometoyours.blogspot.com

    14. Musings From A French Cottage
      Musings From A French Cottage on September 23, 2009 at 4:53 am

      How beautiful and what a fantastic find! Don't you just love it when you come across something so wonderful? I love Ironstone too and the markings are gorgeous. Thanks for sharing your find with us.

      Blessings,
      Kathleen

    15. Tamra
      Tamra on February 1, 2010 at 8:29 pm

      I'm sorry to post to such an older post but I just found this and I too love ironstone! If a 12 step program is ever developed for it my family will definitely make me join.

      And I too have wondered why, oh why cant the stamp be on the exterior top or front to be seen?

      Love your blog, thank you.

      Tamra

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