Charming Antique Blue Willow Serving Platter
A beautiful and genuine antique oval serving platter featuring the timeless Blue Willow Pattern. This piece is a classic example of early English transferware, likely dating to the Early to Mid-19th Century (c. 1820s–1860s).

Key Features & Pattern Details:

Classic Willow Scene: Features the iconic elements of the pattern: the pagoda, bridge with figures, boat, and the two flying birds.

Ornate Border: The plate features a particularly detailed and dense geometric and floral border, characteristic of the earlier, unmarked Staffordshire wares.

Likely Origin: Due to the material and style, this piece is attributed to one of the many Staffordshire potteries active during the period of high transferware production.

Measurements & Details
Size: 21 cm across X 14cm height
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Shape: Oval serving dish/platter with gently rounded edges.

Mark: The base is unmarked (common for the period), but features a small, hand-painted blue '2'—likely a factory workman's or pattern code.

Condition Report
This piece is a genuine antique and shows age-appropriate wear that contributes to its historical charm:

Glaze: Consistent with age, the piece shows some light crazing across the glaze surface.

Discoloration: There is minor, light browning/foxing visible in the glaze, particularly on the back, consistent with ironstone or earthenware from this era.

Damage: Please inspect all photos closely. There seems to be no chips, cracks or any real damage to the charming little piece.

Display: It remains a wonderful piece for collectors of antique blue and white transferware.