Produced in honour of the Sexual Offences Act 1967, this collection celebrates the passing of legislation that decriminalised homosexual acts in private for men aged 21 years and above in England and Wales.
The potters’ Loving Cup inspires this collection. The cup is reproduced in the popular style known as Jasperware, which has a solid coloured base, often blue, with white bas-relief figures or medallions, known as sprigging. Jasperware has a special place in the visual culture of England, recognised as being simultaneously regal and kitsch.
KEEPER’S NOTES: After all, doesn’t everyone’s granny have a Jasperware piece?
During the VE Day celebrations of 1945, two soldiers met and fell in love.
Many years later, while working as potters in Stoke, they designed a loving cup, to mark the passing of a new law decriminalising homosexuality between men in England and Wales.
To the outside world, the pair lived as bachelor “flatmates”. Because of this the loving cup also stands as a symbol of their hidden love for one another.
Reproduced by English craftsmen using traditional methods, this piece is an homage to the original Loving Cup, the Sexual Offences Act 1967 and freedom.
Keeper’s Notes: The perfect soft addition to any nook or cranny.
Elevate your home with this beautifully illustrated laurel motif cushion, and when the fancy takes you, give it a quick flip to reveal the alternative and equally pleasing image on the reverse.
Sumptuously cosy and elegant, it’s the perfect accessory for a much-loved armchair or designated reading spot.
The unique design pays homage to the Loving Cup held in the Museum’s permanent collection.
Exquisitely crafted in a satin feel velvet, and ever so satisfying to the touch, we’ll be surprised if you can stop stroking it at all, quite frankly.
KEEPER’S NOTES: Need to keep those precious surfaces safe, folks.
Make a statement with this perfect homeware gift, handmade in the Lincolnshire countryside by fit craftsmen.
From a lovely glass of Gin and Tonic to a creamy Cappuccino, all our drinks need a place to stand, so why not do it in style?
Impress your guests whenever the fancy takes you with the Stoke Potters love story, hidden in the coasters’ unique design and inspired by the Museum’s Loving Cup.
During the VE Day celebrations of 1945, two soldiers met and fell in love.
Many years later, while working as potters in Stoke, they designed a loving cup, to mark the passing of a new law decriminalising homosexuality between men in England and Wales.
To the outside world, the pair lived as bachelor ‘flatmates’. Because of this the loving cup also stands as a symbol of their hidden love for one another.
Reproduced by English craftsmen using traditional methods, this piece is an homage to the original Loving Cup, the Sexual Offences Act 1967 and freedom.
KEEPER’S NOTES: Hang this handsome tea towel with Pride in any kitchen.
An essential drying item that works just as well after using Marigolds or the dishwasher.
Practical and decorative, this versatile tea towel looks good either hanging from a well-placed hook or framed on the wall.
The uniquely-designed homeware tells the story of sexual freedom and is inspired by the Jasperware Loving Cup from the Museum.
It commemorates the Sexual Offences Act 1967, and the historic date features in its central laurel leaf motif.
KEEPER’S NOTES: Proudly drape this sumptuous velvet throw across the bed, sofa, or indeed, your body, it feels divine against your skin.
Express yourself with this unusually seductive accessory, handmade by British seamstresses.
Full of grandeur, its design draws inspiration from the Jasperware Loving Cup in the Museum’s permanent collection.
The charmingly illustrated central motif shows the date of the Sexual Offences Act 1967, for which the loving cup was made to commemorate.
A key luxury homeware piece, providing instant cultural kudos, the ideal gift for the man who has not quite everything.
READ THE STORY OF THE LOVING CUP