Antique Ford & Sons Grecian Burslem Large Platter

Approximately 1908

This beautiful antique Ford & Sons Ltd flow blue transfer ware meat platter features the attractive Grecian pattern in cobalt blue and white earthenware. The high sides and white center make it perfect for serving or wall display. In excellent condition, this rare piece adds a touch of history to your country kitchen. 
It is unusual to find a cobalt flow blue plate of this age in such good condition with no chips or cracks.
Flow blue is a style of white earthenware originating from 1820s Staffordshire potters in England. The name comes from the blurred blue glaze caused by the firing process. Most flow blue ware is transferware, with decorative patterns applied using paper stencils on white-glazed blanks, though some were hand painted. The stencils burned away in the kiln. Flow blue glazes range from gray-blue to greenish and inky blue, with vibrant cobalt blue being the most prized. Info courtesy of Wikipedia

38cm x 28cm x 4cm high

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