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Earthenware plate with scalloped edge and mulberry transfer-print pattern "Japan Flowers." Pattern depicts angular vase with stylized peonies, lilies and other flowers. In the near distance is a second vase, fence and palm tree. Water and Asian-style buildings in the distance. Border pattern of shells, flowers and scrolls framing vignette of pagoda-shaped gazebo.
plates (dishes)
earthenware
glazing (coating)
transfer printing
floral patterns
Chinoiserie
Dish, Eating
Plate, Food
Plate, Luncheon
Plate, Luncheon
"[Sheild with sailing ship and anchor] / RMW & Co / JAPAN FLOWERS" (printed)
[pinwheel in circle symbol] (impressed)
Japan Flowers
Ridgway, Morley, Wear & Co. (Maker)
Shelton, England, Staffordshire
1 (H), 9 1/4 (diameter) (inches)
Museum Accession
1980.341.1
Shelton (Bedford, England, United Kingdom)
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