Retro 1970s Armitage Shanks “Royalex” Basin & Pedestal in Savannah Green

Introduce an incredibly rare piece of design history to your home with this genuine 1970s Armitage Shanks “Royalex” pedestal washbasin. Finished in the highly elusive Savannah Green, this suite offers a vibrant, light, and uplifting alternative to the much darker and heavier Avocado tones of the era. With its sculpted mid-century curves and classic two-piece design, this basin acts as an immediate design anchor for an authentic retro restoration or a bold, contemporary guest cloakroom.

Design Features

• Exclusive Savannah Palette: Unlike standard mid-century greens, Savannah is a lighter, more energetic shade designed to evoke the bright, sun-drenched grasslands of Africa.

• The Royalex Silhouette: Featuring the iconic flowing lines of the Armitage Shanks “Royalex” range, a design highly celebrated for its clean, sculpted basin edges and seamlessly matching pedestal.

• Dual Tap Configuration: Cast with two pre-formed tap holes, perfectly prepared for traditional hot and cold pillar taps or period-correct crosshead mixers.

• Integrated Splashback & Overflow: Clean, practical moulding that preserves the retro aesthetic while offering superb daily functionality.

Condition

• Pristine Vitreous Glaze: The rare Savannah Green glaze has been expertly cleaned and polished, retaining its brilliant original depth, high-gloss shine, and colour consistency.

• Structural Integrity: Completely free from cracks, structural chips, or historic repairs, ensuring a long and reliable lifespan.

• Vintage Character: Having survived over fifty years, this reclaimed unit shows only minor, negligible age-related wear, presenting in exceptionally good vintage condition.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Armitage Shanks

• Model: Royalex

• Era: Early 1970s

• Material: Vitreous China

• Colour: Savannah (Light Green)

• Width: 56cm

• Depth: 48cm

• Height: Approximately 80cm

Why Choose the Armitage Shanks Savannah Basin?

Because Savannah Green was only produced during a highly narrow window in the late 1960s and early 1970s, finding a complete pedestal basin in this colour is a true rarity. For those restoring a period-correct property, this original “Royalex” unit is vital for preserving the historical integrity and value of your home. It serves as an ideal, seamless replacement for a damaged original component, or as a striking, singular focal point for a fresh retro bathroom design.

Delivery & Collection

Due to the fragile nature and weight of vintage sanitaryware, we highly recommend collecting your items in person from our specialist workshop located near Broadway in the Cotswolds. Alternatively, we can arrange secure, professional delivery via a trusted courier service at an additional cost. Every item we dispatch is carefully wrapped in high-impact, custom-padded packaging to ensure your rare mid-century ceramic arrives in pristine, ready-to-install condition.

Need a Specific Match?

If you can’t find the exact item you’re looking for online, please get in touch. Our warehouse holds hundreds of unlisted pieces from heritage British manufacturers like Armitage Shanks, Royal Doulton, Twyfords, Shires, and Ideal Standard.

Specialists in Discontinued Colours

We stock an extensive range of rare bathroom shades from the 1950s through to the 1990s. Whether you need a 1980s Heather Pink or a 1990s Peach, we can help you find the perfect replacement.

Our inventory includes popular and rare tones such as:

• Classic Pinks: Flamingo, Orchid, Chiffon, and Rose Water.
• Retro Greens: Avocado, Pampas, Sage, and Apple Blossom.
• Vintage Blues: Bermuda Blue, Sky Blue, and Caspian.
• Earth & Neutrals: Indian Ivory, Champagne, Pergamon, and Harvest Gold.
• The “Whisper” Range: Available in Apricot, Blue, Cream, Green, Grey, Peach, and Pink.

Looking for a specific shade like Penthouse, Twilight, or Bali? Get In Touch — we likely have the exact match in our unlisted stock.