Earthenware plate with red transfer-print "Willow" pattern. Pattern includes Chinese-style screens, bridges, pagodas, willow trees and two flying birds. Border is made up of several diaper patterns and abstract geometric figures.
plates (dishes)
salad plates
earthenware
glazing (coating)
transfer printing
Chinoiserie
Dish, Eating
Plate, Food
Plate, Salad
Plate, Salad
"WARRANTED / STAFFORDSHIRE [in banner] / J.M.& S./ ENGLAND" (printed)
Willow
John Meir & Son (Maker)
Tunstall, England, Staffordshire
7/8 (H), 8 1/2 (diameter) (inches)
Gift of Mrs. George S. Hobbs
1933.915
Tunstall (County of Staffordshire, England, United Kingdom)
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