Large Red Transferware Plate ~ Historical William Penns Treaty 1847

Code: 11181

EARLY RED PINK TRANSFERWARE STAFFORDSHIRE PLATE 

WILLIAM PENNS TREATY

THOMAS GREEN

Minerva Pottery Works

Fenton, Staffordshire England  ~  1847

Never Used.  This large 10 7/8 " plate is transfer printed in vibrant red.

A lovely scalloped edge with fabulous rim transfers leading to the central image.

This historical plate is of particular interest to Philadephia and the Pennsylvania area.  The center scene depcts the signing of the 1683 peace treaty between William Penn and the North American Indians.  The foliage and architecture in this scene is truly extraordinar

Condition is Excellent.  Displays beautifully,  No chips, no cracks, no hairlines and no repairs.  An exceptionally rare piece of transferware.