Commemorative Dish: Bowdoin College 1947, Mass. Hall Fireplace by Wedgwood
The Commemorative Dish by Wedgwood commemorates Bowdoin College's 1947 Mass. Hall Fireplace. Made in the United Kingdom, this original piece features a theme centered around colleges and universities. This collectible item serves as a historical memorabilia of the college's significant buildings and events. Perfect for collectors or alumni of the prestigious college.
Made in England by Wedgwood, of Etruria & Barlaston, the plate also has embossed "Wedgwood 1 E 55" Presuming this was actually made in 1955. The off-white ironstone plate is decorated in a black transferware, (Gray) depicting the Massachusetts Hall Fireplace of 1802, Bowdoin College 1947.
The emblem on the front on the top reads: "Sicillum 1794 Bowdoin College" The bottom emblem reads: "UTAQUILAVERSUS CCELUM".
Size: 6" Diameter (Bread Plate)
Condition: Suffers from a hairline which is faint on the front, and on the rear it is discolored and has a radiating spiderline which appears to be in the glaze. Please review photos for additional description.
Net Wt. 5 oz.
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