John Lewis & Partners

Denby Imperial Blue Dinnerware Set, 12 Piece

£144.20

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From the Denby Imperial Blue collection, this 12-piece dinnerware set is dishwasher, microwave and freezer safe, as well as oven safe to 250°C. The set includes four dinner plates, four side plates and four cereal bowls. A versatile range of tableware made in Derbyshire, England, Denby Imperial Blue china boasts a combination of rich cobalt blues and crisp, clean whites. Launched in 1989, Imperial Blue is one of Denby’s most popular tableware ranges. The distinctive, beautiful glaze and unique Denby shapes are combined with the resilience and durability of everyday tableware. Made at the Denby Pottery using locally sourced clay, each piece of Denby stoneware is handcrafted using pottery techniques passed down through generations and can pass through as many as 20 pairs of hands. Every item of pottery is expertly glazed by skilled craftsmen and the distinctive glazes are renowned for their practicality, durability and chip resistance.Choose the perfect china All our china is made from clay and kiln-fired for durability. Except for pieces with special trims, everything is dishwasher-safe. Below are a few options to consider when choosing your perfect china.table.cq-sizeguidetable {width:100%; border-collapse: collapse; text-align:left; font-family: Arial; font-size:12px; border-bottom:1px solid #f4f2ec; margin-top:10px;padding-bottom:1px;}table.cq-sizeguidetable th {border-width: 0px;padding: 8px;background-color: #dedbd2;}table.cq-sizeguidetable td {border-width: 0px;padding: 8px;border-style: none;}table.cq-sizeguidetable td:first-child {font-weight:bold;}.cq-sizeguidetable tr:nth-child(odd){background-color: #f4f2ec;} EarthenwareStrong and practical, earthenware is often a little thicker than other ceramics, making it ideal for everyday use. StonewareFired at high temperatures, stoneware is very tough and heat-resistant. It comes in a number of different glaze finishes. PorcelainAffordable yet luxurious, porcelain is renowned for its translucency. Fired at high temperatures, porcelain has an extremely tough glazed surface, making it durable. Fine china The synthetic bone ash used in fine china makes it a more affordable alternative to bone china. Like bone china, it’s strong, translucent and delicate, and creamier in colour. New bone china A type of porcelain with added calcium oxide to achieve a similar aesthetic as bone china, but without animal bone ash. Bone china White bone china is the strongest and most translucent ceramic. Though it looks delicate, it’s tough enough for daily use and is usually dishwasher-safe. It contains at least 35% bone ash.