Beautiful vintage coffee set from the 1960s by Susan Williams Ellis. This iconic design was first launched in 1963, and is highly collectible.
This particular set is in extremely good condition, with no crazing, cracks or chips.
There is a white spot on the coffee pot handle which appears to be where the glaze did not adhere, and there is a similar spot on the milk jug / creamer. I have shown both in the photos. They are hardly noticeable, but I wanted to make you aware.
It is getting increasingly difficult to find the coffee pots as their height and narrow width made them notoriously easy to knock over.
A great piece of mid century design for your home. The Totem design by Susan Williams-Ellis is one of the most iconic creations from Portmeirion. Launched in 1963 and continuing into the early 1970s, Totem features an abstract pattern inspired by primitive forms, coupled with a cylindrical shape. It has been displayed in museums as a design classic of the mid 20th century. If you’re a Portmeirion or a mid century collector, Totem is a must-have!
Coffee pot height with lid approx 33cm
Coffee cans approx 8 cm high, diameter approx 6.3 cm
Saucer diameter approx 13.5 cm
Sugar bowl approx 5.7 cm high, 8.5 cm diameter
Creamer approx 10.5 cm high
Inventory note 1906
