About This Piece
A rare and romantic find, this lavender transferware platter in the Maryland pattern is a graceful example of early Victorian English pottery at its finest. Produced by celebrated master potter John Alcock in the 1830s–1840s, the Maryland design carries the soft, dreamy quality that defined the Romantic era of transferware — ideal for collectors and for anyone who loves a table with genuine history. Lavender transferware is among the most sought-after colorways, making this a standout piece.
Details
📅 Date / Era: circa 1830s–1840s, early Victorian
🏭 Maker / Origin: John Alcock, England
🎨 Pattern / Style: Maryland — Romantic era lavender transferware
📐 Size / Dimensions: Large meat platter (exact dimensions to be added)
🔢 Quantity: Single platter
✅ Condition: Very good antique condition. No chips or cracks. Crazing throughout, entirely consistent with age and expected for pieces of this period.
Marks & Backstamp
Beehive mark to the reverse, printed with pattern title Maryland and trade name Florentine China. A well-marked piece — a great asset for collectors and researchers.
Use & Care
Recommended for decorative display or occasional, careful use. Hand wash only. Not dishwasher or microwave safe.
A Note on Crazing
Crazing — the fine network of lines visible in the glaze — is a natural characteristic of antique earthenware and stoneware from this period. It is not considered damage and does not affect the beauty or display of the piece. It is simply the fingerprint of age.
About This Piece
A rare and romantic find, this lavender transferware platter in the Maryland pattern is a graceful example of early Victorian English pottery at its finest. Produced by celebrated master potter John Alcock in the 1830s–1840s, the Maryland design carries the soft, dreamy quality that defined the Romantic era of transferware — ideal for collectors and for anyone who loves a table with genuine history. Lavender transferware is among the most sought-after colorways, making this a standout piece.
Details
📅 Date / Era: circa 1830s–1840s, early Victorian
🏭 Maker / Origin: John Alcock, England
🎨 Pattern / Style: Maryland — Romantic era lavender transferware
📐 Size / Dimensions: Large meat platter (exact dimensions to be added)
🔢 Quantity: Single platter
✅ Condition: Very good antique condition. No chips or cracks. Crazing throughout, entirely consistent with age and expected for pieces of this period.
Marks & Backstamp
Beehive mark to the reverse, printed with pattern title Maryland and trade name Florentine China. A well-marked piece — a great asset for collectors and researchers.
Use & Care
Recommended for decorative display or occasional, careful use. Hand wash only. Not dishwasher or microwave safe.
A Note on Crazing
Crazing — the fine network of lines visible in the glaze — is a natural characteristic of antique earthenware and stoneware from this period. It is not considered damage and does not affect the beauty or display of the piece. It is simply the fingerprint of age.
