Josiah Spode's reputation was initially secured in the 18th century by the perfection of underglaze printing on earthenware from hand-engraved copper plates. These designs have now become some of the most collectible and sought after in the history of ceramics.

Spode's Blue Italian pattern (in production since 1816) continues this fine tradion with a pattern that is recognizable the world over in its classic blue and white. Requiring the most intricate and skilled hand engraving, Blue Italian is a true classic that will always be in style.