Plate

ca. 1820-1830 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Plate of 'ironstone china,' transfer-printed in black outline, painted in enamel colours and gilt. The decoration consists of Chinoiserie flowering plants, on a stem of which a bird is perched. The rim is fluted and has a wavy edge.

Object details

Category
Object type
Materials and techniques
'Ironstone china,' transfer-printed, painted in enamels and gilt
Brief description
Plate, 'ironstone china,' transfer-printed, painted in enamels and gilt, made at the factory of C&J Mason, Lane Delph, Staffordshire, ca. 1820-1830
Physical description
Plate of 'ironstone china,' transfer-printed in black outline, painted in enamel colours and gilt. The decoration consists of Chinoiserie flowering plants, on a stem of which a bird is perched. The rim is fluted and has a wavy edge.
Dimensions
  • Diameter: 19.4cm
Style
Marks and inscriptions
'MASON'S' above a crown above a curtain inscribed 'PATENT IRONSTONE CHINA' (Printed in purple)
Gallery label
Plate Made at the factory of C&J Mason, Lane Delph, Staffordshire, England, about 1820-30 Mark: 'MASON'S PATENT IRONSTONE CHINA', under a crown, printed Lead-glazed earthenware 2591-1901 Jermyn Street Collection(23/05/2008)
Credit line
Transferred from the Museum of Practical Geology, Jermyn Street
Subjects depicted
Collection
Accession number
2591-1901

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Record createdMarch 31, 2008
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