Beautiful antique Cauldon Ltd. England Pattern No. 2937 dinner plates, dating from approximately 1905–1920, most likely the 1910s.
Each plate measures approximately 10 inches in diameter, making this the full-size dinner plate from the Cauldon 2937 service.
Pattern 2937 features an elaborate cobalt blue and white border filled with tiny repeating star/rosette motifs and surrounded by ornate scrolling foliate decoration. Decorative white cartouches interrupt the blue border and contain colorful floral sprays along with delicate butterfly accents.
A deep cobalt geometric band frames the center, which is decorated with a colorful floral bouquet featuring roses and assorted flowers in shades of pink, yellow, orange, blue, purple, and green.
Features a cobalt blue transfer-printed border with hand-colored polychrome floral decoration and butterfly accents.
The individual floral bouquets may show slight differences in arrangement and coloring, giving each plate its own character while remaining part of the same coordinated Pattern 2937 service.
These plates carry the distinctive blue:
CAULDON LTD
ENGLAND
BROWN WESTHEAD
MOORE & CO
EST 1774
backstamp.
This particular Cauldon Ltd mark dates the pieces to the early 20th century, approximately 1905–1920.
The “Est 1774” wording refers to the historic lineage claimed by the company and does not mean the plates themselves were manufactured in 1774.
Handwritten decorator/pattern marks and impressed factory marks are also visible on the undersides.
Diameter: Approximately 10 inches each
Type: Dinner Plate
Quantity:8
Measurements are approximate. Please see photographs for additional details.
These are genuine antique pieces over a century old and show characteristics consistent with age and previous use.
Visible condition includes glaze crazing, with some areas showing more pronounced crazing than others. Light staining or discoloration may be present within portions of the crazing. There may also be utensil marks, surface wear, rim wear, minor glaze imperfections, production marks, and variations associated with antique manufacture.
Please carefully inspect all photographs, including the front, rim, underside, backstamp, and decorator marks.
Condition is subjective, please see pictures as they are part of the description.
These 10-inch dinner plates are excellent for collectors seeking:
Pattern 2937 was produced in multiple plate and serving sizes, making these especially useful for someone completing or expanding an existing Cauldon service.
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