Poole Pottery "Twintone - Magnolia & Shagreen"

Poole Pottery Twintone Magnolia & Shagreen is one of the lesser seen combinations from the Poole Twintone range. It is particularly appealing for the way it uses Shagreen, a coloured and more unusual relation of the familiar Seagull glaze, with its softly mottled appearance giving the outer colour real depth and character.

This colourway belongs to the earlier Twintone period and does not seem to have enjoyed the long production life of some of the better known combinations. As a result, it turns up only occasionally today and is a pleasing find for collectors of Poole Twintone and for those drawn to the subtler, more unusual Poole colour pairings.

The contrast between the warm Magnolia interior and the cool green Shagreen exterior gives the design a fresh, elegant look that feels both distinctly of its time and surprisingly modern. It is easy to see why it appeals to collectors, especially those looking beyond the more commonly encountered Twintone colours.

As a now discontinued line, Poole Pottery Twintone Magnolia & Shagreen is sought after by customers looking for replacement china to complete or extend an existing set. Availability can vary depending on the piece, as supply is dependent on what becomes available in the pre-loved market.

When matching Poole Twintone Magnolia & Shagreen, it is worth noting that there can be some variation in tone and mottling, particularly in the Shagreen glaze. These subtle differences are part of the design’s character and are typical of Poole’s Twintone production.