Dinner plate from the iconic 'The Botanic Garden' collection by the British manufacturer Portmeirion, designed by Susan Williams-Ellis. This series, originally launched in 1972, is based on 19th-century botanical illustrations and has become a benchmark in UK ceramic design.
Object History: The Botanic Garden series revolutionized casual tableware by introducing varied floral motifs within the same service. Susan Williams-Ellis selected antique engravings to create an English garden aesthetic that endures today. This specimen features the central motif of Chrysanthemum Coccineum (Painted Daisy) accompanied by polychrome butterflies and the characteristic laurel leaf border.
Details and Condition:
- Period: 1970s / early 1980s
- Technique: Glazed fine earthenware with botanical decals
- Dimensions: Diameter 26.7 cm (10.5 inches); Depth 4.3 cm (1.7 inches)
- Material: High-resistance ceramic (Oven to Table)
- Condition: Very good condition. It shows light signs of use on the base that do not affect the integrity of the piece or its frontal aesthetics. No cracks or chips.
Value and Application: Essential piece for Portmeirion collectors or for completing designer tableware. Its durability allows for daily use at the table or display as a decorative wall plate due to the quality of its botanical illustration.
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.
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