Bolt Out Of The Blue.
This stunning rare antique flow blue transfer ware platter was made in Staffordshire by W.H. Grindley in 1891-1914.
William Harry Grindley was a late 19th century English manufacturer of earthenware and ironstone pottery, now best known for his vivid flow blue Portman pattern of which this platter is an outstanding example.
This flow-blue pattern is called “Alaska” and has retained a distinctly rich cobalt blue after more than 110 years. Just below its scalloped hobnail border lies a wonderfully tactile flower and vine relief, which is complemented by a haystack or fence relief edging the platter's floor. It has a high-rim with gold detailing and scalloped edge.
There are no chips or crazing, although there are some signs of wear in the form of slight surface scratches and discolouration in places, but it is in extremely good condition for it's age.
This stunning rare antique flow blue transfer ware platter was made in Staffordshire by W.H. Grindley in 1891-1914.
William Harry Grindley was a late 19th century English manufacturer of earthenware and ironstone pottery, now best known for his vivid flow blue Portman pattern of which this platter is an outstanding example.
This flow-blue pattern is called “Alaska” and has retained a distinctly rich cobalt blue after more than 110 years. Just below its scalloped hobnail border lies a wonderfully tactile flower and vine relief, which is complemented by a haystack or fence relief edging the platter's floor. It has a high-rim with gold detailing and scalloped edge.
There are no chips or crazing, although there are some signs of wear in the form of slight surface scratches and discolouration in places, but it is in extremely good condition for it's age.
This stunning rare antique flow blue transfer ware platter was made in Staffordshire by W.H. Grindley in 1891-1914.
William Harry Grindley was a late 19th century English manufacturer of earthenware and ironstone pottery, now best known for his vivid flow blue Portman pattern of which this platter is an outstanding example.
This flow-blue pattern is called “Alaska” and has retained a distinctly rich cobalt blue after more than 110 years. Just below its scalloped hobnail border lies a wonderfully tactile flower and vine relief, which is complemented by a haystack or fence relief edging the platter's floor. It has a high-rim with gold detailing and scalloped edge.
There are no chips or crazing, although there are some signs of wear in the form of slight surface scratches and discolouration in places, but it is in extremely good condition for it's age.
