Additional Image:

Shown here is the same pattern on a soup plate without the overglaze enameling.  This example has the engraver's mark "Wear Sc" included in the central pattern.  This plate is included and discussed further in the exhibit. 
Shape Type
Dinner & Dessert Wares
Pattern Type
Chinese, Asian and Other Exotic Themes
Date
1800-1810
Dimensions
  • Length: 18.00 in (45.72 cm)
  • Width: 13.63 in (34.62 cm)
Maker
Unknown
Engraver's Name
Wear

Engraver's Mark:

Printed
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Description:

A rectangular pearlware well and tree platter printed underglaze in blue in the Chinese Market Stall pattern with overglaze enameling in rust red and ochre enameling on the rim.  The added coloring is uncommon on a pattern of this type.  The scene depicts Chinese figures at a market stall.  The border is of strip form including rococo motifs.  Examples of this pattern are known both
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