1930's Solian Ware, Budgerigar or Love Birds Wall Pocket by Soho Pottery Co

Offered for sale is a wonderfully kitsch wall plaque produced by the Soho Pottery Company, Cobridge, between 1930 & 1944. It is modeled as a pair of stylised budgerigar or love birds nestling on a branch and is hand painted in vibrant colours. The backstamp indicates manufacture between 1930 & 1944. The Soho Pottery Co was established by Samuel J. Simpson in 1904 at the Soho Pottery Works, Tunstall. In 1918 the company moved to the extensive Elder Works, Cobridge - which they reconstructed and enlarged. Samuel J. Simpson's sons Samuel E. M. Simpson and Thomas Simpson joined the business and after the death of their father in 1918 they continued the management of the business. Samuel looking after commercial matters and Thomas, production. In 1944 the company name was changed to Simpsons (Potters) Ltd Unless otherwise stated on item description Free delivery included to UK Mainland & Ni. Eu Delivery £20. USA & Worldwide Delivery £35.