This vintage plate from the renowned 'Country Life' series by Myott, Son & Co. is a quintessential example of English Staffordshire transferware. The piece features a traditional rural landscape scene, characteristic of the mid-20th-century aesthetic that made Myott a household name in British ceramics.
History:
Myott, Son & Co. Ltd. operated in the Hanley district of Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, since 1898. The 'Country Life' pattern is one of their most celebrated designs, often featuring pastoral scenes, hunting motifs, or colonial landscapes. These plates were produced using a combination of transfer printing and hand-painted accents under a clear glaze.
Details:
- Period: Mid-20th Century (circa 1940-1950)
- Technique: Transferware with hand-painted details
- Diameter: 20 cm (7.87 inches)
- Weight: 294 g (10.37 oz)
- Material: Fine Staffordshire Faience (Earthenware)
- Condition: Authentic vintage condition. Features a uniform network of fine crazing (cracklure) across the glaze, typical for Myott ceramics of this era. No chips, structural cracks, or restorations.
Value:
This plate holds significant value for collectors of English transferware and Staffordshire pottery. Its classic 'Country Life' motif makes it a sought-after piece for traditional interior styling, cottagecore decor, and historical set design.
Legal notice: This product is a vintage collectible item. Due to its age (art. 115 ter. 4 TRLGDCU), the store does not guarantee the preservation of its original performance properties (original scent, texture, durability, safe composition, and others). The product is not intended for direct use/application, is sold "as is", and is exclusively for collection or decorative purposes.
Comments (0)
Your review appreciation cannot be sent
Report comment
Report sent
Your report cannot be sent