RARE Antique RIDGWAY SPARKS RIDGWAY Black Transferware INDUS Stork 9" SOUP PLATE

Description

Title:
Antique Soup Plate
Description:
Presented for your consideration is this RARE antique transferware soup plate. The soup plate has a black coloration and features the Indus pattern on the front. This pattern shows two storks standing in a marsh. Around the outer rim of the plate is a floral and birds design. Nice, intricate detailing is present throughout the pattern. Back of the plate is marked with a registry hallmark as well as a manufacturer hallmark. The manufacturer hallmark represents Ridgway, Sparks & Ridgway who was based in Shelton, Staffordshire, England. They used this hallmark from 1873 to 1879. The registry hallmark dates this plate to June 15, 1877 and confirms that it is clay ware. Guaranteed to be antique and all original. This neat soup plate would make a great addition to any transferware, Staffordshire or stork themed collection!
Light browning is around the very outer edge of the rim on the front and back. Light crazing from age. Typical light wear from age and use. No chips or cracks. Overall in VERY GOOD condition for its age. Please refer to the photos for the absolute best details.
Measures 9" in diameter and 1 1/4" tall.
Please take a look at our photos and feel free to message us with any questions.
Please see our auction list for a selection of other quality antiques currently up for sale.
This item is being offered by: The Hitching Post Antiques Mall
Established in "1984" - We welcome all bidders (and non-bidders, alike) to review a potential purchase or to visit and browse through our 8,000 square feet of antiques. We are located 2 miles west of beautiful Tecumseh, Michigan, on M-50 near the intersection of M-52. Voted Michigan's Lenawee County's "Finest Antique Mall", and presenting over 40 quality dealers under one roof, our staff will be happy to assist you in making an informed, knowledgeable purchase.
Our store operates seven days a week, 361 days a year, during the hours of 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Best Wishes! -- Your Friends at the Hitching Post Antiques Mall
Please check out my
other items
!
And be sure to add me to your
favorites list
!
Please note that we try our hardest to assure accurate descriptions of the items we list. If you are unhappy with your purchase, please contact us so we can guarantee optimal satisfaction. Thank you and good luck!