A Real Old Willow serving platter, made in England, in the classic blue and white Willow pattern — the pagoda, the willow tree, the bridge with three figures and the pair of birds above, printed in cobalt on a white ground. A large oval platter for a dresser or a laid table.
The Willow pattern is the most enduring of the English chinoiserie transferwares, in production since the late 18th century, and Real Old Willow is one of the standard lines carrying it. Cobalt under the glaze is smooth to the touch and does not fade with washing, which is why these platters survive in daily use.
DETAILS
- Maker: Real Old Willow, England
- Pattern: Willow (blue and white)
- Material: Ceramic
- Dimensions: 40 × 32 cm (15.6 × 12.5 in)
- Set includes: 1 serving platter
- Era: Vintage
- Condition: In excellent condition free from chips or cracks and gilding in very good shape. Please note this is a vintage item and may show signs of use — customers must be aware that these items are not always in perfect condition. Questions about the condition of this piece are always welcome.
Everything fragile is packed individually in bubble wrap and a double-walled box.
