Circa 1938, Wade Potteries of England issued a set of ceramic Disney Snow White figurines (see earlier Archive entry). Many years later, from 1981 to 1986, they would produce another. These newer pieces were designed by artist Alan Maslankowski. Brightly painted with a glossy finish. They range between 3-4" in height.








Manufacturer stamp on bottom.



A point of sale store display with markings to indicate where to position the figures.




In the previous post, see the 2009 non-Disney set of Snow White of figurines by Wade.

A set of porcelain figurines produced by Wade of England in 2009. Ten figures in all. Approximate measurements: Prince 3.5", Snow White and Witch 3", Dwarfs 2". Each is marked Wade on side base.

The pieces do bare a resemblance to the Disney characters. However, this set was not licensed by the Disney Company. Thus the artwork needed to be different enough so as to not run into copyright issues. Nonetheless, we can still pretty much tell which dwarf corresponds to their Disney counterparts. From left to right: Grumpy, Happy, Sneezy, Bashful, Sleepy, Dopey, and Doc.




A special limited edition of 50 gold-base sets was also produced.

Circa 1938, English pottery manufacturer, Wadeheath (Wade), produced several different miniature Snow White tea sets for children. All white porcelain with red line trim, the pieces feature full-color character illustrations. The various set components usually include a teapot, a creamer and sugar bowl, plus some combination of cups, saucers, and plates.



On the base of some pieces is stamped, "WADEHEATH - BY PERMISSION WALT DISNEY - ENGLAND".



Snow White and Dopey are depicted on the side of the teapot. Measures approximately 3" tall, including lid.





Deer creamer and Rabbit sugar bowl.




Individual dwarfs are pictured on the tea cups and saucers (although some saucers are plain except for the red trim).






A couple Pinocchio pieces (circa 1940) are pictured with this Grumpy cup.



The Deer and Rabbit also made it onto the saucer.



The plates also display the individual dwarfs, encircled by two red lines. Diameter: approximately 5" (12.5 cm).




This larger but less common plate features four small images: Sneezy, Sleepy, Deer, and Rabbit. Measures 7.75" across. Part of a set which included the regular pieces as well as a jam jar and toast rack.



Mickey Mouse Nursery Ware 12-piece boxed set. Depicts Mickey, Minnie, and Pluto having tea. Includes Snow White teapot with lid, four saucers, four cups, creamer, and sugar bowl. Box dimensions: 14.5" x 9.75"



Eight-piece set (two saucers, two cups) . Mickey-print box.



Ten-piece set. Includes two plates and two plain saucers. Box decorated with Snow characters. Dimensions: 14.5" x 9.5" and 3" deep.

A Snow White breakfast set made from glazed ceramic was produced by Wadeheath of England, circa 1938. Each piece features character designs in high relief. Many include a black ink manufacturer's mark on the bottom along with a "Walt Disney" imprint. The collection includes a jug, pitcher, teapot, creamer, sugar bowl, egg cup, butter dish, jam jar, toast plate, biscuit barrel, cheese dish, covered bowl, open bowl, condiment containers, and possibly more.

• Musical Jug - Music box in base with wind-up key on underside. Wrap-around design with Snow White, dwarfs, and cottage. Squirrel and bluebirds on handle. Measure 9" high. It is listed on page 847 of Hake's Official Price Guide to Disney Collectibles, 2nd edition, 2007.

• Pitcher - Dopey, rabbit, and bluebird; deer on opposite side. Squirrel atop lid. Stands 8" tall.

• Teapot - Grumpy and Fawn, plus lid with Squirrel. Approximately 6.5" tall.

• Creamer - Sneezy and squirrel, 4" tall.

• Sugar Bowl - Doc and rabbit on base, squirrel on top. The two pieces together measures approximately 4.5" tall.

• Egg Cup - Rabbit design.

• Butter Dish - Two pieces feature Dopey, flowers, mushrooms, and a rabbit, plus a squirrel on lid. Bottom dish measures approximately 5.5" x 5.5"; lid is 3.75" x 3.75" x 4".

• Jam Jar/Honey Pot - Bashful and bluebirds on base; squirrel on top. Measures 4" high.

• Toast Plate - Dopey lays on blanket on one end, squirrels play on the other. Measures 4.5" x 8.5". It also came with a metal toast rack.

• Biscuit Barrel -Snow White and bunnies on base. Raccoon on lid. Measures 7" tall. Originally came with wire carrying handle.

• Cheese Dish - Base with cottage lid.  Measures 6.25" x7.25" and 5" tall. 

• Covered Bowl (w/ attached plate) - Bluebirds and rabbits with Dopey handle on lid. Diameter 6.75"  x 4.75" tall.

• Open Bowl - Forest animals and trees. Diameter 9.5".

• Condiment Container Set - Sleepy salt shaker and Happy pepper shaker, both with cork stoppers. Measure 2:" high. Base with two recessed spots for shakers. Also includes lidded compartment with bluebird handle and hole for spoon. Measures 3.75" x 4" and 2.625" tall with shakers.

Also see the Wadeheath children's tea set in the next post.