Canister / Biscuit Jar, Belleek Pottery New Shell Pink, Parian China, Ireland, 2001–2006

Pink sea shells and white coral wrap this Belleek biscuit jar, its lid topped with a single conch shell handle.

Belleek Pottery was established in 1858 Ireland by John Caldwell Bloomfield and two partners, Robert Williams Armstrong and David McBirney. In 1884 the company began trading as Belleek Pottery Works Company in Belleek, Ireland.  Having survived two world wars and several changes in ownership, the latest was in 1990, George G. Moore became the new owner, and remains the owner today. They've continued expanding and own several other brands.  Belleek is best known for their delicate, translucent renowned Parian Porcelain and remain one of Ireland's most storied potteries today.

A lovely piece for a tea party, coastal-styled kitchen, or summer display, and a wonderful gift for any Belleek collector. Browse our shop for more vintage china and canisters to round out your collection.

• Maker: Belleek Pottery
• Materials: Parian china (porcelain)
• Dimensions: 7 inches tall (with lid), 5.25 inches diameter
• Origin: Made in Ireland
• Era: 2001–2006
• Condition: Excellent; no cracks, chips, or scratches; gold rim intact. Please review photos closely before purchasing, as all sales are final.

Belleek Pottery was established in 1858 by John Caldwell Bloomfield and two partners, Robert Williams Armstrong and David McBirney.  In 1884 the company began trading as Belleek Pottery Works Company in Belleek Ireland.  The company struggled throughout the First and Second World Wars, and they only produced earthenware during that time, however, at the end of WWII, they stopped the production of earthenware.  In 1988, Dungannon-based Powerscreen International bought the company.  Another change of ownership happened in 1990, George G. Moore became the new owner, and remains the owner today.  They've continued expanding and own several other brands you may be familiar with:  Galway Crystal (1993), Aynsley China (1997) and Donegal China (2000).  Belleek is best known for their Parian Porcelain, started in 1863, and still being made today.