If you're looking for fair maidens frolicking in the countryside or courted by lads in tight knickers, you had better stick with your Toile de Jouy. However, for those interested in a more provocative china pattern for the next dinner party, Timorous Beasties' Glasgow and London Toiles might do the trick. With titles such as "Youth Drinking" and "Mugger," these china sets are a far cry from your typical, idyllic pastoral ware...

We're familiar with Timorous Beasties from their innovative wallpaper collection, but when we spotted their bold china at Visualingual we knew we'd have to check out more of their quirky products.

Fit for dinner? Just for fun? Social statement? What's your take?

Check out more intriguing designs at TB's sister site, 3 cubed.

(Images: 3 cubed)