Rare 1813-1820 Mason's Patent Ironstone Red Mandarin pattern Soup Plate

Description

Seller: Alley-Antiques
DESCRIPTION: The price is for one early Mason's Patent Ironstone soup plate. Has the early straight line impressed mark which dates this to the 1813-1820 time period. Beautiful early chinoiserie pattern. The pattern is sometimes called Mandarin, or Mongol, or Mandarin and Mongol depending on who you ask. It is not a common pattern. When you do come across this pattern it is usually found with black, green with red colors. This is a scarce color variant in an iron red color with gold gilt highlights(sometimes called Mandarin red pattern). Very stunning and scarce plate. It is marked on the back with only an impressed  "Masons Patent Ironstone China" which dates this to the 1813-1820 time period. Antique.200 years old. Very Good condition for age. No chips, cracks, or repairs. Very minor surface wear and a few utensil marks  Displays beautifully. Hard to believe it is 200 years old. Rare color variation on this. Measures about 9 1/2" in diameter.  Shipping total includes insurance, and delivery confirmation.
BID WITH CONFIDENCE . We have been long time collectors and dealers of early English Transferware, Quality 19th century furniture, and Victoriana. We have been selling on Ebay since 1997.We always strive to describe the items to the best of our abilities. All items we sell are old and will show appropriate wear and tear, the pieces will not look brand new. They will have character. If you have any questions feel free to email us. This is an auction and ALL SALES ARE FINAL.
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