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Perfect for olives, crackers, cheese and meats. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10.3 inches wide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"May \u0026 Fairfax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53416626717014,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1635\/4902\/files\/F05BC640-75DF-43E7-9239-B6B37B4A1CF6.jpg?v=1777897656"},{"product_id":"antique-furnivals-old-chelsea-serving-plate","title":"Antique Furnivals Old Chelsea Serving Plate","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis antique Furnivals “Old Chelsea” design platter dates from 1915-1930 and features an oriental inspired bird and floral decorative design. Classic blue and white transferware. Made in Stoke-on-Trent in England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrazing, one crack and staining hence the price. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e12.1 x 9.1 inches \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"May \u0026 Fairfax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53678539964758,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1635\/4902\/files\/AC9A3F1C-73A9-4DA8-B6EC-72CCAD003B88.jpg?v=1778839049"},{"product_id":"vintage-broadhurst-staffordshire-blue-willow-ironstone-salad-plate-made-in-england","title":"Vintage Broadhurst Staffordshire \"Blue Willow\" Ironstone Salad Plate – Made in England","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis classic vintage \"Blue Willow\" salad plate is by Broadhurst. Made in the heart of the English potteries in Staffordshire, this durable ironstone plate features the beloved and timeless Blue Willow pattern.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blue and white transferware design illustrates the famous romantic fable, complete with the two overhead lovebirds, a weeping willow, a traditional pagoda, and three figures crossing the bridge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse for serving starters or sides, or use decoratively as part of a plate wall or sideboard. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo chips or crazing. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24.5cm wide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"May \u0026 Fairfax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54057124725078,"sku":null,"price":8.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1635\/4902\/files\/IMG-5772.heic?v=1780248638"},{"product_id":"antique-early-19th-century-staffordshire-blue-willow-plate-circa-1830-unmarked-pearlware","title":"Antique Early 19th Century Staffordshire \"Blue Willow\" Plate – Circa 1830, Unmarked Pearlware","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis gorgeous antique \"Blue Willow\" salad plate dates back to the early Victorian or late Georgian era (circa 1820–1850). Crafted by an anonymous master potter in the historic Staffordshire district, it was made long before modern backstamps became standard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe front features a deep, striking cobalt blue transfer of the classic Willow pattern fable. The glaze has developed a tight network of fine crazing over the last two centuries, highlighting its incredible age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for collectors of early English pottery or anyone looking to add a genuine piece of history to a wall plate display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e22cm wide. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"May \u0026 Fairfax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54057147629910,"sku":null,"price":14.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1635\/4902\/files\/IMG-5774.heic?v=1780249133"},{"product_id":"vintage-1982-myott-country-life-red-transferware-oval-serving-platter-made-in-england","title":"Vintage 1982 Myott \"Country Life\" Red Transferware Oval Serving Platter – Made in England","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis vintage oval serving platter by Myott features the highly collectible \"Country Life\" pattern in a striking red\/pink transferware finish. The piece depicts a quintessential British equestrian hunting scene complete with riders on horseback and hounds trailing through a woodland landscape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrafted in Staffordshire, England, and dated 1982 on the reverse, the platter features a gorgeous swirled, scalloped rim decorated with a detailed border of oak leaves and acorns. It is the perfect piece for sErving up on, expanding a pink transferware collection, or hanging as part of a gallery wall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne small line on the back that I wouldn’t call a crack but worth being aware of.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e11.5 x 9 inches\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"May \u0026 Fairfax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54066964889942,"sku":null,"price":18.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1635\/4902\/files\/IMG-5801.heic?v=1780339933"},{"product_id":"vintage-1930s-burleigh-ware-willow-pattern-blue-white-plate-burslem-england","title":"Vintage 1930s Burleigh Ware \"Willow\" Pattern Blue \u0026 White Plate – Burslem, England","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis lovely vintage blue and white \"Willow\" pattern plate was manufactured by the historic Burgess \u0026amp; Leigh pottery under their coveted \"Burleigh Ware\" label. Crafted in Burslem, Staffordshire, England, this piece likely dates to the 1920s or 1930s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe transfer design depicts the legend of the Blue Willow, featuring the iconic pagoda, bridge, weeping willow tree, and the transformation of the lovers into flying doves. Surrounded by a detailed geometric and floral border, the deep cobalt blue contrasts gorgeously against the cream earthenware body. Perfect for daily use, expanding a vintage dinnerware set, or showcasing on a cottage-style plate wall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage condition - crazing and one small hairline fracture at the back barely noticeable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e22cm wide. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"May \u0026 Fairfax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54076131606870,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1635\/4902\/files\/IMG-5839.heic?v=1780421791"},{"product_id":"vintage-1940s-blue-willow-plate-made-in-occupied-japan-post-wwii","title":"Vintage 1940s Blue Willow Plate – \"Made in Occupied Japan\" Post-WWII","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA wonderful piece of mid-century history for your collection, this blue and white transferware plate features the classic \"Willow\" pattern but with a geopolitical twist. The reverse bears the highly collectible stamp reading: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"MADE IN OCCUPIED JAPAN\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, dating its production strictly to the post-WWII Allied occupation era between 1945 and 1952.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe front of the plate features the willow legend in a rich, vibrant cobalt blue transfer, detailed with the traditional weeping willow tree, pavilions, a bridge with figures, and the iconic star-crossed lovers transformed into soaring doves. It serves as both a beautiful decorative piece and a tangible slice of 20th-century history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e23.5cm wide. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"May \u0026 Fairfax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54076183707990,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1635\/4902\/files\/IMG-5841.heic?v=1780422639"},{"product_id":"antique-1890s-elijah-brain-blue-willow-plate-fenton-pottery-staffordshire-transferware","title":"Antique 1890s Elijah Brain Blue Willow Plate – Fenton Pottery Staffordshire Transferware","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeaturing the iconic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Blue Willow\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e pattern, this late Victorian plate illustrates the classic romantic fable with its iconic soaring doves, weeping willow, grand mandarin estate, and geometric border.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe underside features the distinct stamped shield-and-crest mark of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eE.B. \u0026amp; J.E.L.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, denoting the historic partnership of Elijah Brain and J. E. Lockett at the Fenton Pottery in Staffordshire, England. Accompanied by a crisp \"ENGLAND\" stamp and a hand-painted artisan's mark, this plate dates to the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1890s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether displayed on a plate stand, added to a gallery wall collection or as a lean to on a shelf, this 100+ year old plate is a gorgeous addition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrazing and some indentations on front and back where it may have been mounted previously. No large chips or cracks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e25cm wide. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"May \u0026 Fairfax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54231041802582,"sku":null,"price":15.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1635\/4902\/files\/61C08505-4CB9-4B9A-BC55-AA9A8C4645B5.jpg?v=1781718726"},{"product_id":"made-in-occupied-japan-willow-transferware-plate","title":"Made in Occupied Japan Willow Transferware Plate","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade between 1945 and 1952, this weighty blue and white Transferware Willow pattern plate has “Made in Occupied Japan” on the reverse. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFollowing World War II, the Allied forces (led by the United States) occupied Japan. To kickstart the devastated Japanese economy, the area was revitalized as a major manufacturing hub for export goods. The US government mandated that all items manufactured for export during this period had to be explicitly marked \"Made in Occupied Japan\" (or \"Occupied Japan\"). \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece has survived in excellent condition from that period, with no chips or cracks. Its weight is down to it being earthenware or ironstone, chosen as they are more durable than fine china, so that it could survive the ship journey to the Western market. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerfect for a plate wall feature, to display on a dresser, or as an eclectic mix and match crockery set.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e23.5 cm wide. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"May \u0026 Fairfax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54450731843926,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0979\/1635\/4902\/files\/IMG-6526.heic?v=1783362777"},{"product_id":"large-antique-blue-willow-transferware-oval-serving-platter","title":"Large Antique Blue Willow Transferware Oval Serving Platter","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis large antique blue willow transferware serving platter dates from the late 19th century, likely between 1870-1900. It has a number ‘14’ impressed in to the back before glazing, which is a traditional English potter’s feature. The absence of a company makers stamp is typical for Staffordshire pottery of this era. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis was designed to be a centrepiece meat platter, but today it would make a wonderful decorative piece, or as a functional serving piece as it was designed to be over 100 years ago. 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