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Vintage Deep Green Transferware Plate Set Of 4

• Vintage.
• Collected From Flea Markets Across The French Countryside.
• Sold As An Eclectic Set Of Four.
• Each Set Includes A Mix Of Plates With Deep Green Rim Patterns And Black Center Patterns.
• Made Of Ironstone.
• We’Ll Choose A Pretty Set For You.
• Dimensions: Approx. 7-8″ Diameter

Why You’Ll Love It

We’Re Constantly Collecting French Transferware, And We Love This Classic Deep Green With A Black Center Conversation Pattern. We Love To Mix Multiple China Patterns To Create An Eclectic Mix That Is Entirely One Of A Kind.

What Is A Conversation Plate?

Vintage French Conversation Plates Are A Type Of Decorative Plate That Became Popular In France In The Late 19Th Century. These Plates Typically Feature A Central Image Or Scene Surrounded By A Series Of Witty Or Whimsical Phrases Or Sayings In French. The Plates Were Often Used As A Way To Spark Conversation Or Provide Entertainment At Dinner Parties And Other Social Gatherings.

The Designs On Conversation Plates Can Vary Widely, And May Include Images Of People, Animals, Landscapes, Or Other Scenes. The Phrases Or Sayings That Surround The Central Image May Be Humorous, Satirical, Or Poetic In Nature, And Are Intended To Provoke Thought Or Discussion.

Vintage French Conversation Plates Can Be Highly Collectible, And Are Prized For Their Unique Designs And Historical Significance. They Can Be Found In A Range Of Sizes And Materials, Including Porcelain, Faience, And Other Types Of Pottery.

About Ironstone

Ironstone Is A Type Of Pottery Or Stoneware That Was First Produced In The Early 19Th Century. It Is Known For Its Strength, Durability, And Ability To Imitate The Look Of More Expensive Porcelain. Ironstone Gets Its Name From The Iron-Like Properties It Exhibits When Fired.

Ironstone Is Made From A Mixture Of Clay, Flint, And Ironstone (A Sedimentary Rock Rich In Iron Oxide), Which Gives It Its Characteristic Dense And Heavy Composition. The Clay And Other Materials Are Combined And Formed Into The Desired Shape, Such As Plates, Bowls, Pitchers, Or Teapots. The Pieces Are Then Fired At High Temperatures, Resulting In A Hard, Vitrified Surface.

One Of The Distinguishing Features Of Ironstone Is Its White Or Off-White Color, Although It Can Also Be Found In Other Colors Such As Blue Or Brown. The White Ironstone Became Particularly Popular Because It Resembled The More Expensive Porcelain Of The Time.

Ironstone Was Initially Developed As A Cheaper Alternative To Porcelain, Which Was Highly Sought After But Expensive. Its Affordability, Durability, And Resistance To Chipping Made It A Popular Choice For Everyday Tableware, Kitchenware, And Other Household Items.

About Transferware

Transferware China, Also Known As Transfer-Printed China Or Transferware, Refers To A Type Of Ceramic Or Porcelain Ware That Features Designs Or Patterns Transferred Onto The Surface Using A Printing Technique. It Emerged In The Late 18Th Century And Gained Popularity Throughout The 19Th Century.

The Transfer Printing Process Involves Creating A Design Or Pattern On A Special Transfer Paper Or Tissue. This Design Is Typically Engraved Onto A Copper Plate Or Roller, And Ink Is Applied To The Engraved Surface. The Paper Or Tissue Is Then Pressed Onto The Ceramic Surface, And The Design Is Transferred Through The Ink. Afterward, The Ceramic Piece Is Fired In A Kiln To Permanently Set The Transferred Design.

The Most Common Color Used In Transferware Is Cobalt Blue, But Other Colors Like Red, Green, Brown, And Black Are Also Found. The Designs Often Depict Pastoral Scenes, Historical Events, Landscapes, Floral Patterns. The Intricate And Detailed Designs Were Achieved Through The Fine Engraving On The Copper Plate Or Roller.

Transferware Revolutionized The Ceramic Industry By Allowing Mass Production Of Detailed And Decorative Pieces At A More Affordable Cost Compared To Hand-Painted Wares. Transferware Was Versatile And Used In Various Ceramic Items Such As Plates, Teapots, Bowls, Tureens, And Decorative Pieces.

Today, Transferware China Remains Highly Collectible And Appreciated For Its Historical And Aesthetic Value. Antique And Vintage Transferware Pieces Are Sought After By Collectors And Enthusiasts.