When I first began collecting transferware, I was buying only red pieces. I had started off with Old Britain Castles and then discovered Vista by Masons. I began selling some of my pieces in order to trade up to some of the Vista pieces I wanted. Then one day while perusing the internet I happened upon this platter and I JUST HAD TO HAVE IT! The platter I purchased came from a dealer in South Africa. Once I'd confirmed my purchase, he emailed to say he had other pieces in the pattern for sale. I have such an affinity for pieces with bucolic scenery so this pattern, named Byron, by Spode instantly became my favorite. I've been collecting this pattern for about 10 years now, selling the duplicate pieces I've acquired along the way. Tonight I set the table for all 8 of us and set up the buffet for dessert and coffee/tea. I don't have 8 of these cream soups and saucers but wanted to show them to you. This is the scene inside the soup bowl and a close up o