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Thomas Forester Leaf on Bark English Majolica Tea Tray
About the Item
A majolica glazed Tea Tray by Thomas Forester, Longton, Staffordshire, England, circa 1880.
The tray has an unusual gray glazed body worked as tree bark. Applied twig form handles support a single branch of two leaves colored with brown centers, flowing into shades of green and edged in red.
Beautifully graphic in design and color.
The verso shows a wide mottled rim. The tray has an applied footing and a deeper curve edged form.
In 1877, Thomas Forester established the Church Street Majolica Works, in Longton, Staffordshire. He soon opened a larger pottery called the Phoenix Works. Forester & Sons was one of the largest potteries in Stoke-on-Trent.
17.25 in. L x 13.25 in. W x 1.25 in. Deep.
In incredible antique condition.
- Creator:Thomas Forester & Sons (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)Width: 13.25 in (33.66 cm)Depth: 17.25 in (43.82 cm)
- Style:Aesthetic Movement (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:Earthenware,Glazed
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1880
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. In incredible antique condition.
- Seller Location:Philadelphia, PA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU1758238807602
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