Alfred Meakin Birds of America Dinner Plates - Set of 3

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Set of 3 Alfred Meakiin embossed rim dinner plates from Audobon's Birds of America Series, crafted in England. Each plate … more Set of 3 Alfred Meakiin embossed rim dinner plates from Audobon's Birds of America Series, crafted in England. Each plate measures 10 7/8"

Between the late 1930's and early 1940's, English pottery maker Alfred Meakin manufactured this botanical collection of colorful bird plates from John James Audubon's Birds of America elephant folio. Bewick's Wren was one of Audubon's most favorite birds. Throughout his years of study he was often enamored by the sweet nature of doves and the friendly curiosity and sociability of wrens, each characteristics he attempted to capture in his portraits.

Set includes: Passenger Pidgeon Plate #62, Bewick's Wren Plate # 18 & Kingbird Plate # 79 less