Here is a rare opportunity to own a wonderful blue on white, transfer printed earthenware vegetable dish by Ralph Stevenson & Williams in the Beehive & vases pattern, circa 1830. The pattern consists of a busy border of scrolled leaves, flowers (including thistles and wild roses) and vases surrounds a central cartouche showing a beehive seated in a field of flowers and leaves, with six buzzing honey bees superimposed over a background of fluffy white clouds in a blue sky. The rim of the dish has a narrow border of repeating flowers and the base has a lovely combed back.

The vegetable dish measures approximately 10.5 inches long by 7.5 inches wide and sits 2 inches from the table. No discernible marks to base. No chips or obvious restoration observed, the reverse shows crazing typical for the age and visible in photos.

The item(s) are antique and sold as is/as found unless otherwise noted. Because they are old, they were used and will not look new or new-like. They likely show wear, fading, scratches, chips, cracks, past repair/restoration, original imperfections and/or damage from normal use. Significant issues are shown in photos. Examine photos carefully as they are part of the description. Imperfections were factored into pricing. No returns or refunds.

Items sold for $100 or more may be shipped with insurance and signature requirement. No responsibility for loss, theft or damage that occurs AFTER your purchase has been delivered to the address you have provided. Any damage to purchase must be reported immediately and photos provided of both the exterior of the box and the damaged item to facilitate the filing of a claim.