Staffordshire Child ANIMALS Plate Quail Goose Cow Deer Hen 1880 Copeland Spode

Description: Childs Green Transferware Dinner Set Plate ANIMALS Copeland ( late Spode) Stoke England c. 1880 This is a scarce childs or dollhouse transfer printed earthenware plate made as part childs dollhouse dinner service or tea set. The round dish is transfer printed in blue-green teal, measuring 4 inches across. The decoration consists of 6 individual transfer printed animals placed randomly. The critters include a goose, quail, chicken, wolf, deer and cow, all impeccably designed and boldly decorated to inspire the imagination of every child. This delectable pattern is featured in Playtime Porcelain and Pottery by Lorraine Punchard, English Toy China by Doris Lechler, and Gifts for Good Children Part II by Maureen Batkin. The whimsical transfers originated from early natural history engraving used later to produce early children's primer and ABC books. The base is marked with a transfer printed and impressed ‘WT Copeland and Sons Stoke on Trent England’ dating to c1880-1900. It was made in the Staffordshire region of England. It is of the highest quality transferware, suitable for adult tastes and standards. The plate is in great condition. No chips, cracks or repairs. No utensil wear, some typical minor firing imperfections consistent with age and prior use. The piece is earthy and uniquely charming naive. It is amazing that this piece belonged to a child over 100 years ago! Offered as is. Children's folk art transferware of this quality is quite scarce and this pattern is especially rare and sought after. This imaginative little plate will make a special addition to any collection of children's wares, and makes a perfect gift to a veterinarian farmer zoologist dog trainer or other animal lover! Please send us an email with any questions or if you would like to see additional photos. Thank you for bidding!

Price: 35 USD

Location: Montague, Massachusetts

End Time: 2024-12-13T18:53:48.000Z

Shipping Cost: 9 USD