English Booths Real Old Willow China Oval Platter with Gilt Border

Large English oval platter in Booths' beloved Real Old Willow pattern, printed in rich cobalt on the firm's Silicon China body. The willow story unfolds across the well: the willow tree, three figures crossing the bridge, the boat, the pagoda and the two lovebirds overhead. A gilt lattice band encircles the well, and the deep blue scalloped rim carries the traditional willow border. Made by Booths of Tunstall, Staffordshire, and marked with the Booths crown, "Silicon China, Made in England" and "Real Old Willow", the mark used from about 1921 to 1944. A generous size for serving or for display among blue and white. Price includes shipping!

KEY FEATURES

• Maker: Booths Ltd, Tunstall, Staffordshire
• Material: Booths' Silicon China, an opaque earthenware body
• Marks: Printed Booths crown mark, "Silicon China / Made in England / Real Old Willow"
• Technique: Underglaze blue transfer print with gilt border and rim

DETAILS

• Country: UK
• Condition: Very Good
• Year: 1920s-1940s
• Dimensions: H 13.25" x W 16.75" x D 1.25"