English Majolica Greenware Acorn Oak Leaf Twig Handled Deep Dish Server

Description

A majolica green glazed leaf pattern deep server, England, circa 1870.

A serrate edged rectangular platter with open work twig … more A majolica green glazed leaf pattern deep server, England, circa 1870.

A serrate edged rectangular platter with open work twig form double handles. Beautiful mold work showing four large overlapping leaves radiating from a central circular leaf medallion. Acorns and serrate oak leaves stem from the handles, on a stippled background.

A deep green glazing pools into the recesses of the complex mold work.

11.25 in. L x 8 in. W x 1.75 in. H
Maker unknown, stilt marks evident on the verso, a kiln effect.
Some glaze loss is seen on the leaf points of the rim, as expected. less