Earthenware plate with brown transfer-printed "Milanese Scenery" pattern depicting three figures amongst ruins with Gothic cathedral in background. Outer border pattern of foliate scrolls on dot background. Inner border floral sprays and lacy floral and bead swags.
dinner plates
earthenware
glazing (coating)
transfer printing
landscapes (representations)
Gothic Revival
Gothic (Medieval)
Plate, Dinner
"Milanese / Scenery" [in scroll cartouche] (printed)
Milanese Scenery
Unknown
1 3/8 (H), 10 3/4 (diameter) (inches)
Bequest of Eleanor Fayerweather
1993.609
1840 (circa)
County of Staffordshire (England, United Kingdom) [county]
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