This antique platter from Staffordshire England is a beautiful piece of Blue & White Transfer Ware with the Willow Pattern. The octagonal rectangular shape of this stoneware platter makes it a unique addition to any collection. Its large size of 48cm x 38cm makes it perfect for serving meat or as a decorative piece.

The production technique used to create this Blue and White Pottery is evident in its intricate detailing and striking colour. This Staffordshire piece falls within the time period of 1800-1849 and belongs to the Willow Blue product line. It is a wonderful example of a decorative cookware and tableware item that would make a great addition to any collection. Would Look great in a farmhouse kitchen or on Welsh dresser. Historic repairs to a crack with staples. A testament to its age when staples were used to repair pottery over 100 years ago. A beautiful large display, statement piece. Has been stapled.

Staple or rivet repair was a common way to mend expensive or treasured broken ceramics in the 18th and 19th centuries. China was a highly prized commodity, and households could not afford to throw broken pieces away, especially such exotic and expensive items as this large show plate. Made by an unknown maker but we know it was made in Staffordshire because it bears the Staffordshire knot as an imprint on rear. A lovely piece of antique blue & white Staffordshire.