Adams & Bromley English Majolica Overlapping Leaf on Basketweave Cheese Tray

Description

An English majolica glazed leaf and basketweave cheese tray, attributed to Adams & Bromley, circa 1880.

A pattern beautifully glazed … more An English majolica glazed leaf and basketweave cheese tray, attributed to Adams & Bromley, circa 1880.

A pattern beautifully glazed with a strong graphic presence, six leaves alternately colored in shades of green, have stems that meet in the center at a yellow ochre raised circle. The leaves sit on a brown basketweave ground with a yellow rim.

The verso is glazed in a watery yellow ochre, with a raised footing.
The leaf and basketweave motif has been traditionally associated with serving cheese.

10.5 inches in diameter x 1 inch High.
Unmarked.
Very good antique condition, nothing to detract. less