FITZ & FLOYD VINTAGE FISH MARKET GIFTWARE " GUMBO BOWL " (PAIR), RETIRED, 1992
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:1067282 | Item Specifics: Raised Crab/Seashell Motif |
| Pattern: Fish Market | Model: Giftware |
| Object Type: Gumbo Bowl | Original/Reproduction: Vintage Original |
| Brand: Fitz & Floyd |
PLEASE TAKE A BIT OF TIME TO VISIT OUR STORE & CHECK OUT OUR OTHER ITEMS! YOU WON'T BE DISAPPOINTED!!** I AM GOING TO BE PUTTING UP FOR AUCTION, A FINE SET OF VINTAGE FITZ & FLOYD GIFTWARE FROM THEIR "FISH MARKET" SERIES OF GIFTWARE TABLE SERVICE & SERVING PIECES - IN THIS CASE . . . A VINTAGE PAIR OF WINSOME "GUMBO BOWLS WITH RAISED MOTIF OF CRAB & SEASHELLS", 1992DETAILS:Year: 1992Material: Bone ChinaBone China is made from a mixture of bone ash & ...highly refined clay. It is pure white or cream, translucent, & non-porous. It is the most durable of the ceramic types.Bone China contains 42% bone ash.Bone China is Dishwasher Safe.Fitz & Floyd "Fish Market" PatternDishwasher SafeNOT Microwave SafeMEASUREMENTS:Capacity = 12-14 ozHeight = 3" (to rim incl raised crab motif)Diameter = 9.5" (incl rim)Depth of Bowl = 2"Weight: 1 lb 3.625 ozTHE FITZ & FLOYD STORY: A success built over the past 50 years, the Fitz & Floyd hallmark has evolved into the undisputed leader in the design & manufacture of hand-painted ceramic giftware, dinnerware, tableware, decorative accessories, & collectibles. All Fitz & Floyd products are distinctly designed by skilled Fitz & Floyd artisans who create exclusive designs for unique gifts & tableware, custom display pieces, & holiday centerpieces. SOMETIMES WHIMSICAL, ALWAYS TREASURED!FITZ & FLOYD "FISH MARKET" is the name of two discontinued patterns each featuring decorative fish & seafood tableware/giftware. The first was produced from 1992 -1998, & the second was produced from 2000 -2001. This particular item is from the 1992-1998 seriesThis pair of whimsical "GUMBO BOWLS WITH RAISED MOTIF OF CRAB & SEASHELLS" is from our personal collection of fine china & serving pieces. They are in EXCELLENT PRE-OWNED condition with no chips, nicks, or cracks. They do, however, have slight wear on the bottom which is not visible when placed on a flat surface such as a buffet table. They have been USED GENTLY & LOVINGLY!What marvelous tableware pieces for a festive summer seafood feast! Better yet, with their "majolica" style design, these "GUMBO BOWLS WITH RAISED MOTIF OF CRAB & SEASHELLS" can do double duty as an impressive part of any seashore display!Personally, we used them as components of a shelf display, along with the other Fitz & Floyd Fish Market items listed in my eBay store, CAILYNS COLLECTIBLES. CHECK THEM OUT, BECAUSE THEY ARE ALL UNUSUAL, FESTIVE, & DELIGHTFUL, AS WELL AS FUNCTIONAL!ALL WEIGHTS & MEASUREMENTS ARE APPROXIMATE!PLEASE REVIEW PICTURES AS THEY PROVIDE A VISUAL AID TO MY NARRATIVE!!
PLEASE KEEP IN MIND THAT EVERYTHING IN MY SHOP INVENTORY IS COMPRISED OF ITEMS THAT JOHN & I HAVE COLLECTED OVER THE YEARS - NOT ACQUIRED FROM AN AUCTION OR AN ESTATE! IF THE ITEMS HAVE BEEN USED, THE USE HAS BEEN MODERATE & THE CARE TAKEN WAS PERSONAL & WITH LOVE. I CAN VOUCH FOR CONDITION & PROVENANCE ON EVERYTHING.CONDITIONMany of my items are artisanal, vintage or fairly aged; accordingly, there may be some issues with individual pieces that are associated with the passage of time or the individuality of the artisanal process. I have looked each of them over to detect any major flaws. Any serious damage, fading or discoloration that I can perceive will be disclosed; however small flaws (i.e. imperfections in the glaze/paint, a slipped stitch, etc.) may be missed.ALL OF MY COLLECTIONS HAVE BEEN STORED IN A TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT IN OUR SMOKE-FREE, PET-FRIENDLY HOME.Please email with any questions; we will answer promptly, ASAP!POLICIESWe only accept PayPal. Payment must be received within three (3) days of auction ending. If we have not received payment or a message requesting more time within the three (3) days, an unpaid item report will be filed. We are always happy to help, so please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or issues.SHIPPINGPLEASE NOTE: AS OF 6/24/19, USPS REVISED ITS SHIPPING POLICY SO THAT THE COST FOR SHIPPING IS NO LONGER BASED ON THE "ACTUAL" WEIGHT OF THE PACKAGE BUT INSTEAD IS BASED ON THE "DIMENSIONAL" ("DIM") WEIGHT.IF I CAN SHIP THIS ITEM SAFELY IN A SMALLER SHIPPING BOX, I WILL CERTAINLY DO SO.**NOTE: SHIPPING IS NOT A PROFIT CENTER FOR MY EBAY STORE, CAILYNS COLLECTIBLES, BUT AS THE SOLE PROVIDER OF INCOME FOR MY FAMILY, I CANNOT AFFORD TO LOSE MONEY ON SHIPPING! ALL BUYERS PAY ONLY THE EXACT AMOUNT THAT IT TAKES ME TO SHIP MY TREASURES TO YOU SO THAT THEY CAN BECOME YOUR TREASURES. ANY OVERAGE IN SHIPPING COSTS, PAID BY THE BUYER AT TIME OF PURCHASE FROM CAILYNS COLLECTIBLES, ABOVE THE EXACT SHIPPING COST WILL BE REIMBURSED TO THE BUYER VIA PAYPAL.Domestic Shipping:All orders shipped USPS PRIORITY MAIL OR PARCEL SELECT with Delivery Confirmation, unless otherwise requested by the buyer or out of necessity due to size or weight. Shipping price quoted is for shipping within the Continental United States only.International Shipping:INTERNATIONAL BUYERS: All orders are shipped using eBay's Global Shipping Program.RETURNS
