Antique Ashworth Hanley Paynsley Green Tea Strainer & Saucer Set Masons C4816 For Sale

Up for sale is a beautiful and highly collectible antique 2-piece ceramic tea strainer and matching saucer set, manufactured by the historic Ashworth Bros. in Hanley, England.This set features the incredibly popular and elegant \"Paynsley Green\" pattern, showing a vibrant, multicolor floral design with a bird perched on a branch, framed by an intricate green chintz patterned rim.The deep, perforated strainer cup sits perfectly over a teacup or small teapot rim to catch loose tea leaves. The matching saucer functions as a beautiful drip tray to place the wet infuser on after steeping. Perforated tea inserts like this are highly sought after by collectors because they were rarely preserved and easily broken over the last century.Condition:The clear backstamp is visible on the bottom of the saucer, reading \"Ashworth Bros. Hanley England\" below the crown motif.(Note: Please inspect the photos closely. The set shows beautiful vintage character with standard light ceramic crazing and minor age-related tea staining consistent with authentic antique use)