1930s Royal Doulton Kirkwood Covered Pie Dish & Chop Plate

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An exceptional pairing from Royal Doulton's celebrated "The Kirkwood" collection—a covered game pie dish with its matching chop plate, representing … Read more An exceptional pairing from Royal Doulton's celebrated "The Kirkwood" collection—a covered game pie dish with its matching chop plate, representing English porcelain artistry at its zenith. Dating to circa 1930, this remarkable duo exemplifies why Royal Doulton commanded the finest tables throughout the British Empire and beyond.
Produced between 1931 and 1961, The Kirkwood pattern stands among Royal Doulton's most distinguished designs. The pattern features exquisite blue transfer engravings of overflowing fruit baskets, botanical sprays, and foliate garlands—each element delicately enhanced with hand-applied coloring that brings dimensional depth and warmth to the cool blue palette. The cream-colored body provides luminous contrast to the vibrant transferware, while the classical molded forms showcase Royal Doulton's technical mastery.
The covered dish measures 8.5" diameter by 7" tall with elegantly sculpted hand-painted handles and domed lid. The companion chop plate is 12.5" diameter with matching pattern and beautifully scalloped rim. The gently scalloped edges frame each piece with refined elegance, and the hand-painted handles reveal the individual artisan attention that distinguished fine English porcelain from industrial production.
These pieces originate from Royal Doulton's golden age—a period when the Burslem factory set global standards for ceramic excellence. The Kirkwood pattern embodies the era's sophisticated aesthetic: traditional craftsmanship meeting modern elegance, perfect for both formal entertaining and cherished family gatherings. The covered dish accommodates traditional game pies, shepherd's pies, casseroles, or braised preparations, while the chop plate serves as an impressive platter for roasts, cheese boards, or charcuterie presentations.
Complete serving sets from The Kirkwood pattern have become increasingly rare, particularly in unblemished condition. This duo represents an investment in both historical significance and practical luxury—pieces that honor tradition while remaining beautifully functional for contemporary entertaining.
Condition is pristine and museum-quality with no chips, cracks, crazing, staining, or wear. The high-fired glazing remains brilliant, the transferware crisp and clear, and the hand-painted details vibrant—a testament to both Royal Doulton's superior manufacturing standards and nearly a century of careful stewardship.
Both pieces are backstamped "Royal Doulton The Kirkwood" with pattern number D5130, Made in England.
Dimensions:
Game Pie Dish: 8.5" diameter, 7" height with lid
Chop Plate: 12.5" diameter
Period: c. 1930
Condition: Excellent - no damage or wear
Materials: Porcelain with hand-painted details See less