Blue Transferware Platter by Thomas Fell, England, 1825

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Impressive large blue transferware platter produced by Thomas Fell & Co in Staffordshire, England, circa 1825–1835.
The platter features a … Read more Impressive large blue transferware platter produced by Thomas Fell & Co in Staffordshire, England, circa 1825–1835.
The platter features a finely detailed Oriental landscape scene with pagodas, bridges, boats, trees, and birds in flight, executed in rich cobalt blue on a warm cream ground. The central scene is framed by an elaborate geometric and floral border typical of early 19th-century English transferware.
Large platters of this scale were originally intended for formal table service and today are highly desirable as decorative display pieces, particularly for wall or console presentation.

Origin: England, Staffordshire
Maker: Thomas Fell & Co
Period: c.1825–1835
Material: Earthenware with blue transfer print
Dimensions:
Length: 16.5in / 42cm
Width: 13.2in / 33.5cm

Condition: Good antique condition for age – glaze in excellent overall condition, one small chip to the edge and one hairline crack. Typical age-related crazing. No restoration. See less