Antique “Ivy Leaved Geranium” Botanical Plate – Hand-Colored English Transferware, 19th Century

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A stunning example of 19th-century botanical porcelain, this hand-painted plate features delicate pink and green geranium blossoms, framed by a … Read more A stunning example of 19th-century botanical porcelain, this hand-painted plate features delicate pink and green geranium blossoms, framed by a golden foliate border and labeled in elegant script: Ivy Leaved Geranium.

Crafted with fine detail and timeworn charm, this piece showcases the artistry of Victorian-era decorative wares—cabinet, a gorgeous table setting, or as a one-of-a-kind gift for the botanical enthusiast or vintage collector.

The handwritten script reads: “Ivy leaved Geranium”, which confirms the floral subject and suggests this plate is part of a botanical series, likely made in England, circa 1870–1890.
These were often:
   •   Transferware outlines, hand-colored afterward (a common Victorian technique),
   •   Produced by firms such as Copeland, Wedgwood, or Ridgway, though many went unsigned, especially for export.

The lack of a formal maker’s mark and the descriptive title in script is typical of export pieces or earthenware educational service sets.

A rare find with timeless garden charm.

Bought at Bardith in NYC.

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