A Syracuse China "Old Ivory" porcelain demitasse set, decorated in the elegant "Pembroke" pattern. Produced by the Onondaga Pottery Company (O.P. Co.), this set features a warm ivory-toned ground adorned with neoclassical scrollwork, floral swags, and baskets of fruit in shades of blue, yellow, green, and terracotta, framed by a geometric scale border and finished with a warm ochre-glazed rim.

The cup features a footed base, an elegant angular handle with a small floral accent on the thumb rest, and interior border decoration matching the saucer design. It’s the perfect example of early 20th century Art Deco design.

The Great Depression of the 1930s had an astronomical affect on American history and decor. This design with its delicate lighter weight, yet cheery pattern was a nod to upper middle class homes of the time where finances were tight, but entertaining was still needed. This is the last piece that was once listed on a bridal registry of the time.

Historical & Style Details

• Subject / Sitter / Source: Pembroke pattern
• Artist / Maker / Author: Onondaga Pottery Company (Syracuse China)
• Period: Early 20th Century
• Origin: United States
• Material / Technique: Vitrified porcelain with multi-color transfer-printed and enameled decoration
• Materials: Porcelain
• Markings: Saucer underside stamped in green: "Old Ivory / SYRACUSE CHINA / O.P. CO. / Pembroke" with a copyright symbol
• Decorative Details: Neoclassical scrolls, fruit baskets, geometric scale border, ochre rim, angular handle with floral detail
• Colour & Surface: Warm ivory ground with blue, yellow, green, terracotta, and ochre accents
• Condition: A small chip to the outer rim of the saucer (approx. 3mm, as shown in detail photo); otherwise light shelf wear to bases, transfer decoration remains bright and intact