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The Belleek porcelain factory was founded in County Fermanagh in Northern Ireland about 1849, after landowner John Caldwell Bloomfield inherited his father's estate, and undertaking a geological survey, discovered the area was rich in minerals.

Bloomfield went into partnership with a London architect and a Dublin merchant and set up a pottery business to provide work for the tenant farmers whose lives had been decimated by the Irish potato famine.

The construction of the pottery commenced in 1858, and it included a railway line to the works, so coal could be delivered for the kilns.

The company commenced producing domestic wares, but it wasn't until 1863 that small quantities of the translucent ivory-looking porcelain for which Belleek is famous, were produced.

Belleek was popular with Queen Victoria and was displayed at the great 19th century exhibitions, and enjoyed a large export market.

Typical Belleek items include figures, more... vases, dishes, eggshell-thin tea services, and baskets, often with delicate open lattice-work. Marine motifs were commonly used including Neptune, shells, seaweed, mermaids, dolphins and coral and wares.

The history of the factory's output can be identified by the type and colour of the marks. A black mark was in use from 1863 to 1946 and this was superseded by a green mark. The green mark continued in use until 1980, and this was followed by a series of colours used for only short periods: gold from 1980 to 1992; dark blue from 1993 to 1996; light blue from 1997 to 1999; black again in 2000; green from 2001 to 2006; black in 2007 and then brown from 2008 onwards.

The company has changed ownership a number of times since 1884, by which time the three original owners had died, and is currently owned by Irish born American entrepreneur, Dr George G. Moore. Belleek has rebranded from the ornamental porcelain with shamrocks for which it is famous to more commercial everyday pottery through its Belleek Living range.

When buying, condition should always be checked, as Belleek objects are easily damaged due to the delicacy of the designs. less...

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Aesthetic movement Belleek spider web plate, first black mark,…
Aesthetic Belleek Spider Web Plate - First Black Mark

Aesthetic movement Belleek spider web plate, first black mark, 9.25 in.

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Belleek swan, 10.5 cm wide. First green mark to base
Belleek Swan with Green Mark, 10.5 cm

Belleek swan, 4.13 in. wide. First green mark to base

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A Belleek figural cream jug green backstamp
Belleek Green Backstamp Figural Cream Jug

A Belleek figural cream jug green backstamp

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A Belleek small mug, black mark
Belleek Black Mark Small Mug

A Belleek small mug, black mark

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Early Belleek shell form trio & a jug, both with black factory…
Belleek Shell Trio and Jug with Black Mark (AF)

Early Belleek shell form trio & a jug, both with black factory mark (jug a/f)

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Belleek Pig, 8 cm tall
Belleek Miniature Pig Figurine

Belleek Pig, 3.15 in. tall

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Cream coloured black-mark Belleek jug with floral design,…
Belleek Floral Jug in Cream with Black Marks

Cream coloured black-mark Belleek jug with floral design, approx 3.94 in. high

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45A Belleek vase - green mark
Green Mark Belleek Vase

45A Belleek vase - green mark

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A pair of Belleek shell form spill vases on coral base, second…
Belleek Shell Spill Vases on Coral Base (Black Stamp)

A pair of Belleek shell form spill vases on coral base, second black back stamp. Height 9.06 in.

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Belleek shell form plate, green mark, 21 cm wide
Belleek Green Shell Plate, 21cm

Belleek shell form plate, green mark, 8.27 in. wide

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Two Belleek pigs (green mark)
Green Mark Belleek Pig Pair

Two Belleek pigs (green mark)

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A set of Belleek shell shaped plates (6)
Belleek Shell Plates Set

A set of Belleek shell shaped plates (6)

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Belleek limpet shape cup & saucer
Belleek Limpet Cup & Saucer Set

Belleek limpet shape cup & saucer

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Belleek swan form vase
Swan Vase by Belleek

Belleek swan form vase

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Pair of Belleek cornucopia vases, black mark, approx 14 cm high…
Belleek Black Mark Cornucopia Vases (Pair)

Pair of Belleek cornucopia vases, black mark, approx 5.51 in. high each

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Belleek milk and sugar green mark to base
Green Mark Belleek Milk and Sugar Set

Belleek milk and sugar green mark to base

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Belleek porcelain tea service comprising of a tray, tea pot,…
Belleek Porcelain Tea Set with Tray and Accessories

Belleek porcelain tea service comprising of a tray, tea pot, milk & sugar. Reg no 0857 (4)

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Small Belleek floral adorned jug
Belleek Floral Jug

Small Belleek floral adorned jug

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Belleek milk and sugar (green mark)
Green Mark Belleek Milk and Sugar Set

Belleek milk and sugar (green mark)

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Belleek green mark pineapple vase
Belleek Pineapple Vase with Green Mark

Belleek green mark pineapple vase

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6 Belleek trios (green mark)
Green Mark Belleek Trio Set

6 Belleek trios (green mark)

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Pair of large Belleek jardinieres, with shamrock decoration, 19…
Belleek Shamrock Jardinieres - Large Pair

Pair of large Belleek jardinieres, with shamrock decoration, 7.48 in. diameter, 5.51 in. high approx.

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Belleek vase with shamrock decoration, blue mark
Shamrock Belleek Vase with Blue Mark

Belleek vase with shamrock decoration, blue mark

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Belleek jug with applied floral decoration, firing faults,…
Floral Belleek Jug with Firing Faults and Black Mark

Belleek jug with applied floral decoration, firing faults, black mark

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Tall Belleek vase with shamrocks, green mark
Shamrock Belleek Vase with Green Mark

Tall Belleek vase with shamrocks, green mark

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A Belleek porcelain jug, encrusted with polychrome flowers 18.5…
Polychrome Flower Encrusted Belleek Porcelain Jug

A Belleek porcelain jug, encrusted with polychrome flowers 7.28 in. high

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Belleek teapot, shell pattern, 2nd mark 1891, 1926
Belleek Teapot, Shell Pattern, 2nd Mark (1891-1926)

Belleek teapot, shell pattern, 2nd mark 1891, 1926

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Belleek religious wall pocket vase
Belleek Religious Wall Vase

Belleek religious wall pocket vase

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Belleek milk and sugar with shamrocks, green mark
Shamrock Milk and Sugar Set with Green Mark

Belleek milk and sugar with shamrocks, green mark

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Belleek (green mark) vase
Green Mark Belleek Vase

Belleek (green mark) vase

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