Antique Blue Transferware Decorated Pearlware Strainer, Circa 1820's

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A Fine Antique Blue Transferware Decorated Pearlware Strainer, Circa 1820's

Possibly Spode pearlware. Circa 1820's

Marked on the rear "British … more A Fine Antique Blue Transferware Decorated Pearlware Strainer, Circa 1820's

Possibly Spode pearlware. Circa 1820's

Marked on the rear "British Scenery" and impressed "18"

Blue transfer decorated strainer, was part of a larger platter, a "Tree in the well" platter, most likely used for meat dishes in the 19th century.

Size: 15" by 10 1/2" and about 1/2" thick

Condition: Overall very good condition. Small splotch of aged white paint, see picture, and crazing marks throughout. old wire on the back was probably used for hanging. Use and wear marks are consistent with age. No chips of cracks. less