This is a beautifully hand painted Platter in the rare Muscove Duck and Fence pattern by Mason's Ironstone, Lane Delph, England, dating to circa 1840.
This mid size platter is well potted in a rectangular / oval shape with a slightly ribbed side edge and moulded wavy rim.
The pattern is hand-painted under-glaze and gilded over-glaze with typical bold enamels in one of Mason's Chinoiserie influenced designs called the "Muscove Duck & Fence" pattern, as illustrated on page 101 of a guide to Mason's patent ironstone patterns, circa 1813-1848, published by The Mason's Collectors' Club. The base carries one of Mason's early printed marks in puce with MASON'S above a rectangular sided crown and banner stating; Patent Ironstone China. This piece also has three floral sprigs to the outer base and a printed retailers mark for Thomas & Higginbotham, 11 &12 Wellington Quay, Dublin, with the pattern number 2850 below. The piece dates to circa 1830 to 1848, spanning the late Georgian through William 1Vth to early Victorian period.
Overall a rare and striking piece of Mason's Ironstone, in lovely condition, for use or display.
Dimensions:
Height: 1.1 in (2.8 cm)Width: 11 in (27.94 cm)Depth: 8.7 in (22.1 cm)
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Very Good antique Condition. NO Chips, NO Cracks, NO Restoration. Bold, bright enamels with slight wear. Please see the images.