Wedgwood's Wild Strawberry pattern has been one of the manufactory's most beloved designs since its introduction in 1964—now celebrating its 60th year—featuring delicately rendered strawberry vines, pink blossoms, and green foliage trailing across fine bone china with signature gold banding. These large rim soup bowls bring the full botanical motif into the well of the bowl, making them among the most visually striking pieces in the collection.

This listing includes:
• Four (4) Large Rim Soup Bowls - 9⅛" diameter (23.2cm)

Condition: Excellent—no chips, cracks, or repairs across all four bowls. Gold rim banding intact with no wear. Strawberry vine decoration bright and unfaded.

Details:
• Collection: Wedgwood Wild Strawberry (Bone & Oven to Table) | Design: "Wild Strawberry"
• Material: English bone china with hand-rendered strawberry vine, blossom, and foliage decoration with 22k gold rim banding
• Production Period: Mid-to-late 20th century (pattern introduced 1964; discontinued piece)
• Authentication: Wedgwood backstamp, piece code SORL
• Rarity: Discontinued piece; large rim soup bowls increasingly scarce as complete services leave the market

An ideal addition for collectors seeking authentic English bone china rather than contemporary imitations, these soup bowls deliver Wedgwood's documented botanical heritage—the same cheerful, quintessentially English design regularly featured in Veranda and Town & Country as a perennial favorite among design editors and hostesses for its effortless versatility across seasons and table settings.

Perfect for:
• Spring and summer luncheons with chilled gazpacho or fruit soups
• Autumn and winter soup service—tomato bisque, mushroom, and pea soups
• Easter brunch and Mother's Day table settings
• Completing or expanding an inherited Wild Strawberry service
• Wedding registry or bridal shower gifts for the design-conscious bride
• Housewarming gifts for Anglophile collectors
• Generational pieces passed down through families
• Afternoon tea presentation with warm breads or salads in the bowl well
• Garden party entertaining where the botanical motif echoes the setting
• Mixing with contemporary white dinnerware for an eclectic, layered table

Looks beautiful in:
• Formal dining rooms displayed in glass-front china cabinets
• Country kitchen open shelving where the botanical pattern adds warmth
• Butler's pantries stacked alongside other Wild Strawberry pieces
• Breakfast rooms and sunrooms where the garden motif feels at home
• Welsh dressers with plates and bowls displayed at varying heights
• Cottage and farmhouse dining rooms as statement serving pieces

Complements Decor Styles:
• Grandmillennial and English Country House
• Cottagecore and Garden Romantic aesthetics
• Traditional Maximalist and pattern-on-pattern interiors
• French Country and Provençal dining rooms
• Spring and Summer Seasonal tablescapes

The Wild Strawberry large rim soup bowl features the pattern's signature botanical motif—ripe red strawberries, soft pink blossoms, and trailing green vines—extending from the rim into the well of the bowl for a fuller, more immersive presentation than standard rimmed plates. At 9⅛ inches, the generous bowl accommodates substantial soup servings while the wide rim provides an elegant frame for formal presentation. The oven-to-table designation of this particular body means the bowls transition seamlessly from kitchen to table, adding functional versatility to their decorative appeal.

History of Pattern and Brand:
Wild Strawberry was introduced by Wedgwood in 1964 at the Barlaston factory in Stoke-on-Trent, drawing on a long tradition of strawberry motifs in the Wedgwood archive dating to the 1770s—making it one of the manufactory's most deeply rooted botanical designs. Now celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2024-2025, it has become Wedgwood's most iconic pattern, in continuous production for six decades with new colorways still being introduced today. Wedgwood, founded by Josiah Wedgwood in 1759, earned royal warrants beginning with Queen Charlotte's 1765 commission and created a 1,200-piece service for the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II, establishing the heritage that underpins every piece bearing the Wedgwood backstamp.

Care Instructions:
• Hand wash only with mild detergent and warm water
• Avoid abrasive sponges or scouring pads that may damage gold rim banding
• Do not place in dishwasher or microwave
• Dry immediately with soft cloth to prevent water spots on gold details
• Store with felt or tissue paper between bowls to protect decoration and rim

Shipping:
• Museum-quality packaging with full insurance coverage
• Each bowl individually wrapped in acid-free tissue and bubble wrap
• Bowls nested and separated to prevent contact during transit
• Double-boxed with cushioning material for maximum protection
• Expedited shipping available upon request
• International buyers responsible for customs duties and import taxes