The blue is a bright deep blue, very desirable. This is a lovely 13" x 9 1/2" platter with a very deep well. The flow blue pattern is ALBANY by Johnson Bros. ca 1900. The gently scalloped rim has floral, shell, and bead embossing around the edge. There are six large pointed cartouche forms connected around the border by stylized fleur-de-lis. The center has a geometric design. The details are outlined in gilt. This platter is in excellent condition