{"product_id":"wh-grindley-celtic-flow-blue-oval-platter","title":"Antique W.H. Grindley Celtic Flow Blue Platter 13” c.1897","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis antique oval serving platter was produced by W.H. Grindley \u0026amp; Co. of England in the elegant and highly collectible Celtic flow blue pattern. Dating from the late Victorian to early Edwardian era, the platter features richly blurred cobalt blue decoration with gilt accents and an ornate moulded border characteristic of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design combines flowing foliate motifs with a textured scale-like rim and softly scalloped outline. A central cobalt medallion anchors the composition, while the flowing blue transfer creates the atmospheric effect prized by collectors of English flow blue china.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underside bears the W.H. Grindley globe backstamp used during the late 19th and early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set forms part of a large service in the Celtic pattern recently acquired - please check my other listings for any pieces that are still available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaker\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eW.H. Grindley \u0026amp; Co., England\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePattern\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeltic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced between approximately 1897 and 1914\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e13\" long by 9\" wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent condition. There is some light wear to the gilt trim consistent with age, but notably there are no chips, cracks, wear or even visible utensil scratches to the surface. The platter displays beautifully with strong cobalt colour and glossy finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesign Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich cobalt flow blue decoration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGilded highlights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOval Victorian serving form\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoulded scalloped border\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCentral Celtic-style medallion motif\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnglish transferware craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn elegant serving piece for collectors of flow blue, Victorian transferware or English tableware…..\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Poppy's Vintage Clothing","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43251789299817,"sku":null,"price":175.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/1559\/files\/Grindley-Celttic-Medium-Platter.jpg?v=1779975407","url":"https:\/\/www.poppysvintageclothing.com\/products\/wh-grindley-celtic-flow-blue-oval-platter","provider":"Poppy's Vintage Clothing","version":"1.0","type":"link"}