This is "St. John", or as the pattern is described in the TCC database with its alternate name, "The Sun Of Righteousness" which appears at the top center of the plate, under the rising sun.
Quick research says this:
"Rather than standard pastoral scenery, this series depicted deeply theological, allegorical, and biblical imagery. The elements on the plate weave together the life of Saint John the Baptist with explicit visual foreshadowing of the Passion of Christ.
"During the Victorian era, religious household items were meant to provoke deep spiritual reflection (memento mori). The "St. John" plate tells a complete story: The Prophet (John) pointing to the flock (the believers), surrounded by the tools of sacrifice (thorns and wounds) that the Savior would endure."
A very curious piece to find. While unmarked, there is what is described as a companion piece, named 'Samuel', attributed to Knight, Elkin & Bridgwood, c. 1827-1840, although that pattern is also unmarked.
Especially in purple, it is striking in design and meaning.
This is "St. John", or as the pattern is described in the TCC database with its alternate name, "The Sun Of Righteousness" which appears at the top center of the plate, under the rising sun.
Quick research says this:
"Rather than standard pastoral scenery, this series depicted deeply theological, allegorical, and biblical imagery. The elements on the plate weave together the life of Saint John the Baptist with explicit visual foreshadowing of the Passion of Christ.
"During the Victorian era, religious household items were meant to provoke deep spiritual reflection (memento mori). The "St. John" plate tells a complete story: The Prophet (John) pointing to the flock (the believers), surrounded by the tools of sacrifice (thorns and wounds) that the Savior would endure."
A very curious piece to find. While unmarked, there is what is described as a companion piece, named 'Samuel', attributed to Knight, Elkin & Bridgwood, c. 1827-1840, although that pattern is also unmarked.
Especially in purple, it is striking in design and meaning.
