This Is What You Get Teacup and Saucer

Crafted by Duchess China 1888 in the heart of Stoke-on-Trent, this bespoke teacup and saucer brings together centuries-old fine bone china craftsmanship with the raw, atmospheric power of contemporary art. An interesting contemporary and cutting edge twist on a traditional British classic of the teacup and saucer.

This custom-made item is part of the exhibition collection for the Ashmolean Museum's upcoming special exhibition This is What You Get (opening 6 Aug 2025 to 11 Jan 2026) exploring the visual art of Stanley Donwood and Thom Yorke and the iconic images of Radiohead. The design draws directly from a series of collaborative paintings by Stanley Donwood and Thom Yorke. These works also appear on recent albums by The Smile, including A Light for Attracting Attention and Cutouts.

Made out of UK-sourced clay from Cornwall, this teacup and saucer set stands out as a distinctive piece of kitchen and tableware, perfect for collectors, tea connoisseurs, or Radiohead fans looking to add a traditional and classic, yet contemporary design to their home. A true heirloom item that can be cherished for many years to come.

Each set consists of one teacup and one saucer.

This product is dishwasher and microwave safe, although the manufacturer recommends to hand wash only to best preserve condition.

The impeccable craftsmanship of this bone china teapot means appreciating this piece goes beyond admiring the artistry adorning the item's surface. For over 135 years, Duchess China 1888 have been producing quality bespoke fine bone china and are the last authentic producers remaining in the United Kingdom.

The custom design of the teacup and saucer was inspired by several original artworks from Thom Yorke and Stanley Donwood, including: Membranes (2022); Let Us Raise Our Glasses to What We Don't Deserve (2023); Besuch (2022).