Blue

Robert Copeland has documented eight distinct versions of blue produced by the Spode factory, but variations often occurred.  Early designs were printed in a very dark blue.  As knowledge of the use of cobalt evolved, the factory produced wares in different hues--from midnight blue to versions with more red, such as royal blue, to mandarin, and some in lighter shades--all in an effort to respond to their customers preferences.

Shapes

Handled Dessert Dish
Hash Dish
Indented Pie Dish
Knife Rests
Large Bowl
Large Jug
Large Pail
Large Pail
Large Teapot
Leaf Dish
Leaf Dish
Lobed Jug
Low Dutch Jug
Medium Jug
Milsey
Muffin Dish
Muffineer
Pate Pan
Pickle Dish
Pickle Dish
Pickle Tray
Pickle Tray
Pierced Basket
Pierced Basket and Stand
Pierced Basket and Stand
Pierced Basket and Stand
Pierced Basket and Stand
Pierced Basket and Stand
Pierced Basket and Stand
Pierced Basket and Stand