J & G Meakin Blue Nordic Plates

J & G Meakin Blue Nordic PlatesJ & G Meakin Blue Nordic plates, also known as the classic Onion pattern. The set includes 4 dinner plates (3 large, 1 slightly smaller) and 1 bread & butter plate. Decorated with rich cobalt blue floral transferware, each plate shows natural variations in colour and thickness that make vintage tableware so special. Condition: Excellent overall, with a small chip on the back of one dinner plate. Variations in transfer and glaze consistent with age.

some areas on the frame are slightly worn back

Excellent vintage condition bar the staining on the interior (see photographs)

The shellac finish has developed a charming alligatored patina over time

dinner parties

Golden alabaster miniature bird bath with five removable hand-carved birds in creamy white

some faint rubbing

A beautifully hand-blown glass sauce jug with a matching ladle

Stitched in brown thread on aged ivory linen

Displayed here with a temporary pendant cord for photography (not included in sale)

5cm diameter x 27cm H (to top of pendant

beautifully preserved with little to no rubbing

this piece has an elegant matte finish and sculptural quality