Additional Image:

Shown here is the inscription printed on the reverse side of the small plate. The inscription dates the piece and reads:  "Clothing Manufacturer, Contractor & Retailer, Gentlemen's Mercer, Hatter c.1879."
Shape Type
Miscellaneous
Pattern Type
Chinese, Asian and Other Exotic Themes
Date
1880-1890
Dimensions
  • Diameter: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)
Maker
Unknown

Description:

A miniature earthenware plate printed in dark blue with the Standard Willow pattern. This small plate was made as a trade card for the Newcastle retailer Richard Stanway.  On the front the pattern is overwritten by a scroll with the inscription: "RICHARD STANWAY, NEWCASTLE STAFFS."  A small hole at the top edge suggests that it may have been attached to garments made by the
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