William Edwards Reed Coupe Bowl 145mm Bone China (Pack of 12)
Product Description
The Reed collection from William Edwards is a bone china tableware range featuring hand-painted illustrations of English birdlife — including the Kingfisher, Reed Bunting, and Lapwing. The 145mm coupe bowl...
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Diameter
- 0.24
- Dimensions
- 0.27(H) x 0.24(W) x 0.26(D)mm
- Weight
- 2.8kg
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Product Description
The Reed collection from William Edwards is a bone china tableware range featuring hand-painted illustrations of English birdlife — including the Kingfisher, Reed Bunting, and Lapwing. The 145mm coupe bowl is a versatile piece suited to starter portions, desserts, or small sharing plates, and is supplied in packs of twelve to suit professional table settings.
Bone china is a well-regarded choice for front-of-house use in restaurants, hotels, and private dining settings. It offers a finer, more refined appearance than standard porcelain while retaining reasonable durability under regular service conditions. The scratch-resistant glaze helps maintain the illustrated finish over repeated use and commercial washing cycles, which matters when the decoration is central to the tableware's appeal.
From an operational standpoint, the Reed range works well where table presentation contributes to the dining experience — the illustrated design adds a considered, naturalistic character without being overly formal. Key practical points worth noting:
- Bone china construction with a scratch-resistant glaze for front-of-house durability
- Hand-painted birdlife illustrations across the Reed collection for a cohesive table setting
- Coupe profile suitable for starters, desserts, and small-plate presentations
- Supplied in packs of twelve, practical for setting standard covers
- Manufactured by William Edwards, distributed through Steelite
As with all illustrated bone china, care should be taken to follow the manufacturer's washing guidelines. High-temperature or aggressive commercial dishwasher programmes can gradually affect decorative finishes over time, so it is worth confirming suitability with your dishwasher settings before committing to larger quantities.
This bowl is well suited to independent restaurants, boutique hotels, and private dining operations where tableware presentation is a deliberate part of the guest experience. If you are equipping a higher-volume operation or need guidance on quantities for your covers, we are happy to talk it through.
Key Features
- Hand-painted English birdlife illustrations across the full Reed collection
- Bone china construction for a refined, front-of-house finish
- Scratch-resistant glaze to maintain appearance through regular service
- 145mm coupe profile suited to starters, desserts, and small plates
- Supplied in packs of twelve for straightforward cover planning
Operational Benefits
- Consistent illustrated design supports a cohesive, polished table setting
- Scratch-resistant glaze reduces visible wear across repeated service cycles
- Coupe shape offers flexible plating options across multiple menu courses
- Pack-of-twelve format simplifies stock management for standard cover counts
- Bone china appearance elevates table presentation in fine or boutique dining
Specifications
- Box quantity
- 12
- Diameter
- 0.24
- Dimensions
- 0.27(H) x 0.24(W) x 0.26(D)mm
- Weight
- 2.8kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Bone china with hand-painted or printed decoration can be sensitive to high-temperature and high-alkalinity commercial dishwasher programmes over time. We would recommend confirming the manufacturer's washing guidelines before putting the ware through an aggressive cycle, and trialling a small quantity first if you are unsure about compatibility with your existing equipment.
- That depends on your cover count, menu structure, and how quickly your kitchen turns dishes around. As a general guide, most operators work to at least one and a half times their seated cover count per piece to allow for wash cycles during service. If you would like help working out the right quantity for your operation, we are happy to advise.
- The Reed collection from William Edwards includes a broader range of shapes within the same illustrated design. If you are looking to build a matched setting across plates, bowls, and serving pieces, it is worth speaking to us about what is available and what suits your menu format best.