Arthur Wood Ceramics Appraisal

Arthur Wood England Christmas Tree & Holly Coffee Mugs - Set of 5

This is a vintage set of five ceramic coffee mugs produced by Arthur Wood in England. The mugs feature a classic cylindrical body with a thick, rounded 'D-shaped' handle. The exterior is finished in a glossy white glaze and decorated with a festive transfer-ware design. The central motif is a highly detailed, traditional Christmas tree adorned with colorful ornaments, garlands, and a star topper, with a cluster of presents and teddy bears at the base. Flanking the tree are sprigs of green holly with red berries. The rims are finished with a metallic gold or silver-toned trim. Based on the craftsmanship and stylistic elements, these likely date from the late 20th century. The glaze appears bright and clear, indicating a high-quality earthenware or ironstone construction characteristic of Staffordshire potteries. While five mugs are present in the set, they show consistent manufacturing quality. The condition is noted as very good, with minimal signs of wear to the graphic transfers and only slight aging to the metallic rim gilding. No visible cracks, chips, or significant crazing are apparent in the provided image.