Aesthetic Movement earthenware rectangular platter transfer printed Brazil pattern in brown made by G W Turner of Tunstall antique circa 1880.

A very decorative 19th century aesthetic movement earthenware rectangular plate or meat platter. It has been transfer printed in brown with a lush pattern consisting of very large plantain leaves or fern leaves, berries, grapes and tropical foliage. A small urn or vase with a scene with castle beyond water and trees, is nestled into this display, the vase has been filled with flowers. Across the bottom is a line of basketweave and thin branches with three butterflies adorning it.

Makers mark to the back with the pattern name in a shield and the makers name G. W. Turner & Sons of Tunstall. They were earthenware manufacturers operating from the Victoria Works, High Street Tunstall, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire,England from 1873 until 1895.

This antique decorative and highly useable meat plate or platter dates from the mid 19th century circa 1880 during the reign of Queen Victoria. It is in good antique condition, there is some slight warping to the right hand edge from manufacture which allows the plate to rock slightly. No chips cracks nor restoration. Please see the images. 

This is a great item for any collector of antique 19th century pottery, aesthetic movement transfer printed patterns, or for small meat platters for use. 

Height 1 1/16 inch ( 2.7 cm)
length 10 3/4 inches (27 cm)
Width 8 3/4 inches (22.3 cm)
Weight 657 grammes unpacked

Free UK postage and packing when purchased at the listed price, International shipping at cost.