Sempill Collection

Two Wedgwood Mugs Designed by Eric Ravilious, 1944. Creator: Unknown
Two Wedgwood Mugs Designed by Eric Ravilious, 1944. Wedgwood Commemorations mug - Etruria 1730: Barlaston 1940; Edward VIII Coronation mug dated 1937

Sempill British Aviation Mission to Japan, four planes
Advance Training Machines. William Francis Forbes-Sempill, 19th Lord Sempill AFC, AFRAeS (1893-1965) was a Scottish peer and record-breaking air pioneer who was later shown to have passed secret

Sempill British Aviation Mission to Japan, Avro 504
The Avro Flight (A) Staff, group photo with Avro 504. William Francis Forbes-Sempill, 19th Lord Sempill AFC, AFRAeS (1893-1965)

A Worcester Figure of a Lady in a Blue Hat with Yellow Jacket... c1765, (1944)
A Worcester Figure of a Lady in a Blue Hat with Yellow Jacket and Skirt Striped in Blue and Puce, c1765, (1944). Porcelain figurine made by Royal Worcester

Lowestoft Mug with Scale Border, Decorated with Flowers, late 18th century, (1944). Pot made in the Lowestoft Porcelain Factory at Lowestoft, Suffolk, which was active from 1757 to 1802

Worcester teapot and bowl, c1765-1770, (1944). Creator: Unknown
Worcester teapot and bowl, c1765-1770, (1944). Porcelain made by Royal Worcester. From " English Pottery and China, by Cecilia Sempill. [Collins, London, 1944]

Patterns for tableware, late 18th century, (1944). Creator: Unknown
Patterns for tableware, late 18th century, (1944). Designs for ceramics from the first pattern book of Josiah Wedgwood begun shortly after 1759

Staffordshire teapot decorated with applied reliefs, c1755, (1944). Creator: Unknown
Staffordshire teapot decorated with applied reliefs, c1755, (1944). Ceramic teapot with grapevine design, and handles and spout in the form of vine stems. Dr J.W.L

Slipware Dish by Thomas Toft, c1675, (1944). Creator: Unknown
Slipware Dish by Thomas Toft, c1675, (1944). The design shows, though incorrectly, the Royal Arms of England. The initials C.R. stand for Charles II

Mrs Wilfrid Ashley at the Venice Lido, Italy
Mrs Wilfrid Ashley (?-1954), later Lady Mount Temple, nee Muriel (Molly) Spencer and formerly the Hon Mrs Forbes-Sempill. Seen here at the Venice Lido, Italy, seeking inspiration for her work

Music made Visible by the Hon. Mrs Forbes Sempill
Article by the Hon. Mrs Forbes Sempill (the step-daughter of Sir John Lavery), discussing the art of Pamela Colman Smith and her interpretative pictures made while listening to music. Date: 1927

Anne Moira and the Hon. Mrs. Forbes-Sempill (1923). Lavery, Sir John 1856-1941. Date: 1923

Colonel The Master of Sempill supervising training of Imperial Japanese Naval Air Service personnel, 1921. The Short-built Porte/Felixstowe F5 had been sent to Japan as part of the British Aviation

Mrs W. F. Forbes-Sempill
Mrs Forbes-Semphill, formerly Eileen Lavery, daughter (by his first marriage) of the painter Sir John Lavery. She married aviator Colonel the Hon. W. F. Forbes-Semphill. 1925

From left: Lord Sempill, Sir George Gardner, ACM Sir Fra?
From left: Lord Sempill, Sir George Gardner, ACM Sir Francis Fogarty and Mrs Rodwell Banks, at the 94th Anniversary Luncheon at the Dorchester Hotel, London, on 12 January 1960

A Dinner at the suggestion of Colonel The Master of Sempill
At the suggestion of Colonel The Master of Sempill a dinner was held by the Royal Aeronautical Society under the original 1903 Wright Flyer on display in the Science Museum, London

RAeS exhibit - South Kensington, London
RAeS exhibit, South Kensington, London. From left: J.E. Hodgson, Col The Master of Sempill, AFC, 1893-1968, FRAeS, RAeS Chairman 1927-1930; Mrs Gordon England, Miss Gordon England and Mr E.C

Col The Master of Sempill AFC (1893-1968)
Col The Master of Sempill, AFC, 1893-1968, FRAeS, RAeS Chairman 1927-1930. Date: 1968

Portrait of Col The Master of Sempill AFC FRAeS (1893-1968)
Portrait of Col The Master of Sempill, AFC, FRAeS, 1893-1968, RAeS Chairman 1927-1930. Date: 1968

Dinner held by the RAeS under the original 1903 Wright Flyer
At the suggestion of Colonel The Master of Sempill a dinner was held by the Royal Aeronautical Society under the original 1903 Wright Flyer on display in the Science Museum, London

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"Exploring the Diverse World of Sempill: From Wedgwood Mugs to British Aviation Missions, and Everything in Between" In 1944, two exquisite Wedgwood mugs designed by Eric Ravilious caught the attention of art enthusiasts. The creator behind these masterpieces remains unknown, adding an air of mystery to their allure. Speaking of mysteries, the Sempill British Aviation Mission to Japan took flight with four planes, including the iconic Avro 504. This mission marked a significant milestone in aviation history and showcased the prowess of British engineering. Away from aviation adventures, we find ourselves at the Venice Lido in Italy with Mrs Wilfrid Ashley. Her presence exudes elegance as she enjoys her time amidst this enchanting city's beauty. But let us not forget about music's ability to transcend boundaries. The Honorable Mrs Forbes Sempill made it visible through her captivating melodies that resonated with audiences far and wide. Turning our attention back to ceramics, a Worcester figure of a lady adorned in a blue hat and yellow jacket takes us back to c1765. Its intricate details showcase craftsmanship that stood the test of time until its discovery in 1944. Delving further into ceramic treasures, we stumble upon a Lowestoft mug decorated with delicate flowers from late 18th century England. Its scale border adds an extra touch of sophistication that captivates collectors' hearts even today. Continuing our journey through time, we encounter a mesmerizing Worcester teapot and bowl dating back to c1765-1770. The anonymous creator left their mark on these pieces that have survived centuries for us to marvel at today. Patterns for tableware from late 18th century England also make an appearance among Sempill's collection discovered in 1944. These designs offer glimpses into historical dining experiences while showcasing timeless elegance fit for any occasion.