{"product_id":"antique-vintage-devon-ware-s-f-co-plates-pattern-cecil","title":"Antique\/Vintage Devon Ware (S. F. \u0026 Co.) Plates  Pattern \"Cecil\"","description":"\u003cp style=\"\\'word-wrap:\" break-word\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Used\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"\\'word-wrap:\" break-word\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Devon\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crown Devon\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Collector Plate\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Porcelain\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Art Pottery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction Technique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pottery\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCulture:\u003c\/strong\u003e British\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multicoloured\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp datapathtonode=\"4\"\u003eThis lot features a charming set of plates made by \u003cb\u003eS. F. \u0026amp; Co. (Staffordshire Figure and Co.)\u003c\/b\u003e under their \u003cb\u003eDevon Ware\u003c\/b\u003e line, produced in \u003cb\u003eStokeonTrent, England\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp datapathtonode=\"5\"\u003eThe specific pattern is identified on the backstamp as \u003cb\u003e\"CECIL\"\u003c\/b\u003e with the number \u003cb\u003e1204\u003c\/b\u003e, suggesting a precise design registration or batch number. S. F. \u0026amp; Co. produced wares from the late 19th to early 20th century, making these pieces genuinely antique or vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp datapathtonode=\"6\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e Design and Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul datapathtonode=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp datapathtonode=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePattern:\u003c\/b\u003e \"Cecil\" (No. 1204).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp datapathtonode=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAesthetic:\u003c\/b\u003e The design is a classic example of transferware with handpainted polychrome accents, featuring a stylized border garland.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp datapathtonode=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eColor Palette:\u003c\/b\u003e It uses a bright, striking combination of \u003cb\u003ered\/rust poppies or stylized flowers\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eteal\/bluegreen leaves and swags\u003c\/b\u003e, and a distinctive, bold \u003cb\u003emustard yellow rim\u003c\/b\u003e border with a geometric inner band.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp datapathtonode=\"7,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSet Composition:\u003c\/b\u003e The set includes a mix of plates (please specify the exact number of dinner vs. soup if listing as one lot):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul datapathtonode=\"7,3,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp datapathtonode=\"7,3,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDinner\/Lunch Plates:\u003c\/b\u003e Flatrimmed plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp datapathtonode=\"7,3,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eShallow Bowls\/Soup Plates:\u003c\/b\u003e Plates with a wider rim and a depression for holding liquids.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp datapathtonode=\"8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e Dimensions \u0026amp; Weight\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp datapathtonode=\"9\"\u003eBased on the measurements taken with the ruler:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul datapathtonode=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp datapathtonode=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eApproximate Diameter:\u003c\/b\u003e The plates measure approximately \u003cb\u003e8.5 inches\u003c\/b\u003e (based on the ruler in IMG_E8870 and IMG_E8872). This size typically corresponds to a salad or lunch plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp datapathtonode=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight (Stack of 3):\u003c\/b\u003e A stack of three plates weighs \u003cb\u003e0.607 kg\u003c\/b\u003e (approximately 1 lb 5.4 oz) (as shown in IMG_E8877).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp datapathtonode=\"11\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e Backstamp and Age\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp datapathtonode=\"12\"\u003eThe clear backstamp (IMG_E8874) confirms the maker and pattern:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote datapathtonode=\"13\"\u003e\u003cp datapathtonode=\"13,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDEVON WARE\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eS. F. \u0026amp; Co.\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSTOKEONTRENT ENGLAND\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e[Crown Mark]\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCECIL\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e1204\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp datapathtonode=\"14\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e Condition Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp datapathtonode=\"15\"\u003eAs is common with ironstone and earthenware from this period, please note the following condition points:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul datapathtonode=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp datapathtonode=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCrazing:\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp datapathtonode=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eColor Wear:\u003c\/b\u003e There may be some minor wear or fading to the painted yellow rim, consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp datapathtonode=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverall:\u003c\/b\u003e Good antique condition, ready for display or gentle use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp datapathtonode=\"17\"\u003eThese 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Crown Devon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52604778709339,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0936\/4986\/3003\/files\/57_98b1f342-a0be-487c-90b9-fb5258d81859.jpg?v=1773689438","url":"https:\/\/gifteduk.com\/products\/antique-vintage-devon-ware-s-f-co-plates-pattern-cecil","provider":"Gifted UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}