Antique/Vintage Devon Ware (S. F. & Co.) Plates Pattern "Cecil"

Condition: Used

Condition Notes: As is common with ironstone and earthenware from this period, please note the following condition points:Crazing: Visible fine crackling (crazing) is present across the glaze, especially noticeable in the white centers (as seen in IMG_E8872). This is typical of age and adds to the antique character.Color Wear: There may be some minor wear or fading to the painted yellow rim, consistent with age and use.Overall: Good antique condition, ready for display or gentle use.These beautiful, historic plates would be perfect for collectors of Devon Ware, English transferware, or those looking to add authentic vintage pieces to a mix-and-match table setting.

Origin: Devon

Brand: Crown Devon

Type: Collector Plate

Material: Porcelain

Production Style: Art Pottery

Production Technique: Pottery

Culture: British

Vintage: Yes

Colour: Multicoloured

Country of Origin: United Kingdom

This lot features a charming set of plates made by S. F. & Co. (Staffordshire Figure and Co.) under their Devon Ware line, produced in StokeonTrent, England.

The specific pattern is identified on the backstamp as "CECIL" with the number 1204, suggesting a precise design registration or batch number. S. F. & Co. produced wares from the late 19th to early 20th century, making these pieces genuinely antique or vintage.

Design and Details

• Pattern: "Cecil" (No. 1204).

• Aesthetic: The design is a classic example of transferware with handpainted polychrome accents, featuring a stylized border garland.

• Color Palette: It uses a bright, striking combination of red/rust poppies or stylized flowers, teal/bluegreen leaves and swags, and a distinctive, bold mustard yellow rim border with a geometric inner band.

• Set Composition: The set includes a mix of plates (please specify the exact number of dinner vs. soup if listing as one lot):

  • Dinner/Lunch Plates: Flatrimmed plates.

  • Shallow Bowls/Soup Plates: Plates with a wider rim and a depression for holding liquids.

Dimensions & Weight

Based on the measurements taken with the ruler:

• Approximate Diameter: The plates measure approximately 8.5 inches (based on the ruler in IMG_E8870 and IMG_E8872). This size typically corresponds to a salad or lunch plate.

• Weight (Stack of 3): A stack of three plates weighs 0.607 kg (approximately 1 lb 5.4 oz) (as shown in IMG_E8877).

Backstamp and Age

The clear backstamp (IMG_E8874) confirms the maker and pattern:

DEVON WARE S. F. & Co. STOKEONTRENT ENGLAND [Crown Mark] CECIL 1204

 Condition Notes

As is common with ironstone and earthenware from this period, please note the following condition points:

• Crazing: Visible fine crackling (crazing) is present across the glaze, especially noticeable in the white centers (as seen in IMG_E8872). This is typical of age and adds to the antique character.

• Color Wear: There may be some minor wear or fading to the painted yellow rim, consistent with age and use.

• Overall: Good antique condition, ready for display or gentle use.

These beautiful, historic plates would be perfect for collectors of Devon Ware, English transferware, or those looking to add authentic vintage pieces to a mixandmatch table setting.