• Shafford Ware Mid-Century Ironstone 10" Fruit & Bottle Plate
  • Shafford Ware Mid-Century Ironstone 10" Fruit & Bottle Plate
  • Shafford Ware Mid-Century Ironstone 10" Fruit & Bottle Plate
  • Shafford Ware Mid-Century Ironstone 10" Fruit & Bottle Plate
  • Shafford Ware Mid-Century Ironstone 10" Fruit & Bottle Plate
  • Shafford Ware Mid-Century Ironstone 10" Fruit & Bottle Plate
  • Shafford Ware Mid-Century Ironstone 10" Fruit & Bottle Plate
  • Shafford Ware Mid-Century Ironstone 10" Fruit & Bottle Plate
  • Shafford Ware Mid-Century Ironstone 10" Fruit & Bottle Plate
  • Shafford Ware Mid-Century Ironstone 10" Fruit & Bottle Plate
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Shafford Ware Mid-Century Ironstone 10" Fruit & Bottle Plate

Shafford Ware Mid-Century Ironstone 10" Fruit & Bottle Plate

$38.00 USD
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This 10" ironstone plate by Shafford is a great example of the high-quality ceramics imported from Japan during the mid-century era. Shafford pieces from this period were specifically marketed for their "Ironstone" durability, giving them a more substantial, weighted feel compared to standard porcelain. The design features a stylized still life with a "sketch-and-wash" aesthetic—layering fine ink-like details over muted olive, purple, and blue tones. It’s a distinctive piece that bridges the gap between mid-century modern and more traditional farmhouse decor, making it just as suitable for a gallery wall as it is for a table setting.

Specifications
• Maker: Shafford Ware
• Year Made: circa 1960s
• Materials: Ironstone Ceramic
• Dimensions: 10" Diameter x 1" H

Condition
The plate is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks. There is light, age-appropriate crazing visible upon close inspection and a small manufacturing kiln mark on the underside rim, both of which are common for ironstone of this age.

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