Huge Passion Flower English Soup Tureen, Platter & Ladle 1880

AESTHETIC MOVEMENT BROWN TRANSFERWARE

POLYCHROME SOUP TUREEN AND LARGE LADLE

JAPONICA SPRIGS PATTERN

Wedgwood Potteries

Staffordshire England

c. 1880

This large wonderful Victorian ornate serving tureen is transfer printed in brown with polychrome painting in shades of green, brown, and wildflower blue with a wide turquoise rim band. Easily hales more than a gallon.

Under Platter 14 1/2 inches long x 11 1/8 inches wide

Soup Tureen 15 inches long x 8 inches wide x 8 inches tall

Ladle 12 inches long x 3 3/4inches ladle width

The pattern features stems of intense blue Passion Flowers. The rim is painted in striking turquoise followed by geometric shapes that lead to alternating panels of blue blossoms. The pattern displays the Victorian eras love of nature.

Condition is EXCELLENT. No chips, no cracks, no hairlines and no repairs. Minor rubbing to the outer rim of the platter.