A charming piece of vintage English ironstone with all the warm, earthy colors that make Johnson Brothers Arbor so collectible.
This vintage creamer was made in England by Johnson Brothers as part of their durable Old Granite line. The Arbor pattern, produced primarily during the late 1960s and early 1970s, features a stylized orchard-inspired fruit motif with clusters of melon, figs, and grapes surrounded by rich green foliage.
One of my favorite details is the distinctive dark green criss-cross lattice border around the rim—it gives the piece that unmistakable vintage English country look.
Perfect for the collector, but pretty enough to use well beyond the table.
Details
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Maker: Johnson Brothers Arbor pattern; underside marked Made in England.
- Pattern: Arbor
- Old Granite ironstone
- Made in England
- Vintage, primarily associated with 1965–1975 production
- Orchard fruit & foliage motif
- Dark green lattice border
- Approximately 3 3/4” tall
- Excellent vintage condition
Styling Idea
Of course, it can still be used as a traditional creamer, but I love vintage creamers styled in unexpected ways. Add a tiny bundle of fresh or dried flowers and place it on a kitchen windowsill, tuck it into an open hutch with other English ironstone, or use it to hold a few teaspoons beside your coffee station.
The warm fruit tones and deep green details make this especially pretty mixed with wood, brass, wicker, ironstone, and other collected cottage pieces.
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. As with all vintage pieces, minor signs of age may be present. Please review all photos carefully, as they are considered part of the description.
