Handcrafted during Lenox's golden age of American porcelain, this set of eight Autumn soup bowls represents first-generation production from the 1920s. Introduced in 1918 as one of Lenox's most celebrated patterns, Autumn achieved such acclaim that it graced formal tables for over a century, serving as the foundation for Lenox's White House commissions from President Wilson forward.

This set includes:
• Eight (4) rimmed soup bowls - 8.5" diameter x 1.25"H (21.6cm x 3.2cm)

Each bowl showcases the pattern's signature multicolored fruit and floral motif created through painstaking hand-enameled dots fired multiple times to build dimensional color. The ivory fine bone china body features Lenox's proprietary presidential formula, rimmed in lustrous 24-karat gold with intricate scrollwork borders surrounding a central basket medallion. This labor-intensive enameling process, requiring separate firings for each color application, represents traditional American china craftsmanship at its finest. The raised enamel dots on these early pieces exhibit the plump, dimensional quality that distinguishes 1920s production from later runs.

Details:
• Collection: Lenox Presidential | Design: "The Autumn" (Pattern S1)
• Material: Ivory fine bone china with hand-applied raised enamel dots
• Size: 8.5" diameter x 1.25"H (21.6cm x 3.2cm)
• Backstamp Period: Black wreath with "DESIGN COPYRIGHT" (1918-1930 production)
• Designer: Lenox Studio Artists, 1918 original design
• Made in: Trenton, New Jersey, USA
• Production Period: 1920s (confirmed by absence of "Made in U.S.A." mark added in 1931)
• Authentication: Lenox wreath backstamp with "THE AUTUMN" and "DESIGN COPYRIGHT" designations
• Condition: Vintage pre-owned condition consistent with age, hand-applied 24-karat gold rim shows warm original patina, raised enamel dots intact with dimensional quality characteristic of early production

Perfect for:
• Thanksgiving harvest dinners and autumn entertaining
• Bridal shower gifts for traditional china collectors
• Housewarming presents for Americana enthusiasts
• Formal family holiday gatherings across generations
• Completing inherited Lenox Autumn place settings from the 1920s-1940s

Looks beautiful in:
• Traditional dining rooms with rich wood furnishings
• Formal breakfast rooms for elegant soup courses
• Butler's pantries displayed on open shelving
• Grandmother's kitchen for holiday meal service

Complements these styles:
• American Traditional and Old Money elegance
• Grandmillennial maximalist table settings
• Presidential White House dining heritage
• Art Deco era entertaining with period-appropriate tableware

Care Instructions:
• Hand wash only to preserve 24-karat gold rim and raised enamel work
• Avoid harsh detergents and abrasive cleaning tools
• Not microwave safe due to metallic gold decoration
• Store with protective felt or tissue between bowls
• Display in china cabinet away from direct sunlight to preserve original patina

Shipping:
• Professional museum-quality packaging with full insurance
• Each bowl individually wrapped with protective cushioning
• Expedited shipping available at checkout
• International buyers responsible for customs duties