Antique Mason’s Patent Ironstone Well and Tree Platter, Imari Palette, 18¾", Circa 1820-1840

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Antique Mason’s Patent Ironstone Well and Tree Platter, Imari Palette, 18¾", circa 1820-1840


A large English Mason’s ironstone meat platter … Read more Antique Mason’s Patent Ironstone Well and Tree Platter, Imari Palette, 18¾", circa 1820-1840


A large English Mason’s ironstone meat platter with a molded well-and-tree drainer, hand-painted in an Imari palette of orange-red peonies, pink blossoms, cobalt branches and green buds, with gilt accents. A blue diaper-patterned band frames the center, and the scalloped rim has a gilt edge. It’s a good-looking piece for a sideboard, a dining table or a plate wall. The underside has the blue printed Mason’s crown and banner mark, “Mason’s Patent Ironstone China.” Staffordshire, England, circa 1820 to 1840.

Maker: Mason’s Patent Ironstone China
Material: Ironstone, hand-painted enamels and gilt
Dimensions: 18¾" L x 15" W x 2¼" H

Condition: Very good antique condition with age-related wear. No chips, cracks or restorations. There is light utensil wear and rubbing to the enamels, and a small kiln pop at the foot rim on the reverse, as made. See photos. See less