Mid 20th Century Ridgway Blue Willow Platter french rich cobalt blue palette

rich cobalt blue palette

Piece in excellent condition

Upholstered in custom gold distressed embossed stamp fabric

The warm wood frame

Mid 20th Century Ridgway Blue Willow Platter french rich cobalt blue paletteA classic Blue Willow platter, produced by Ridgway, one of Englands most prolific potteries of the 19th century, known for their fine earthen wares and ironstone ceramics. The Ridgway family operated in Staffordshire from the late 18th century, becoming renowned for both their quality and richly detailed transferware patterns. The Blue Willow pattern, first introduced in England in the late 18th century, is one of the most enduring and beloved designs