English Flow Blue Transferware w/'Shanghai' Pattern

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19th Century/Staffordshire, England Transferware is a type of pottery decorated by the transfer of an engraved or printed design onto the clay surface. This technique became highly popular in England during the late 18th and 19th centuries, allowing for the mass production of decorative ceramics with intricate patterns. Blue and white transferware, in particular, was widely exported and remains highly collectible today. This plate features a pattern named 'Shanghai' and is marked as 'England', indicating its origin and likely production period. The 'W' within a shield is a maker's mark, and while not explicitly identified in the provided snippets, it points to a specific English pottery manufacturer from the 19th century. Such plates were often part of dinner services and were appreciated for their decorative appeal and affordability compared to hand-painted porcelain. Show more