I learned about this nineteenth century (?) slip decorated red earthenware platter some time ago, and I was lucky enough to acquire it yesterday! Although, it was discovered a few years back by a picker in Vermont, however I have not seen anything like it before. The color of the clay reminds me of the dark red clays found with some wares made in Quebec and the eastern parts of Canada, including Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia, as well as with some of the country potters in England.
I also want to emphasize that the shape of this platter along with the decorative elements on the border are similar to some silver and silver plate platters made in North America and in the United Kingdom in the nineteenth century. In fact, that kind of production may have been one of the sources of inspiration for this object. Other similar shapes include ironstone platters, etc.
Furthermore, the thought is that this is possibly an incredibly rare example of pottery from Canada with an English influence in form and decoration. But that is still all very much in theory, where I suspect that Engand should not be ruled out either as a place of origin - but needless to say, much more research is needed!
From my understanding, this platter was found in a house in Vermont a few years ago and then sold to Vermont antiques dealers Michael and Lucinda Seward. Nonetheless, this is just an awesome piece of pottery!
Update: Among the comments - it has also been suggested that this platter may be French in origin.
A Great Slip Decorated Red Earthenware Platter Found in Vermont
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3 comments:
Plate with similar sold at Garth's years ago and most thought English, nevertheless went very high
Thank you I'll try and find it!
I agree Canadian most likely Nova Scotia.
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