A Story Behind The Pink Willow and Blue Willow Pattern
"A Story Of The Blue Willow China"
Long ago, in the days when China was ruled by emperors, a Chinese manderin, Tso Ling, lived in the magnificent pagoda under the branches of the apple tree on the right of the bridge, over which droops the famous willow tree, and in front of which is seen the graceful line of the fence. Tso Ling is the father of a beautiful girl, Kwang-se, who was the promised bride of an old but wealthy merchant. The girl, however, fell in love with Chang, her father's clerk. The lovers eloped across the sea to the cottage on the island. The mandarin pursued and caught the lovers and was about to have them killed when the gods transformed them into a pair of turtle doves. These are seen gazing into each other's eyes at the top of the design.
A lengthy and old Staffordshire poem of the pattern concludes with the verse: "In the oft quoted plate two birds are perceived, high in the heaven above: These are the spirits of Chang and Kwang-se, a twin pair of ever in love." Willow, in its present form was originated in the UK in 1790, by Thomas Turner at Caughley Pottery Works in Shropshire.
There are many versions of this long ago love story. This is a informative, short and sweet version of the tale. Hope you enjoyed this little love story behind the willow pattern. Here at the Riversedge Decor we carry a nice selection of blue and pink willow for your collecting needs and wants. You are sure to find some willow to go with your collection or someone you loves collection. Check out what we have to offer at Riversedge Decor where you will find great buys at a price you can afford.

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