Patterns of the Month: Aesthetic

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"Canterbury"

This Aesthetic pattern 7.5 inch plate was made by James Broadhurst & Sons Ltd. (1847-1984). The pattern was registered March 16, 1883. Members only: for more information about this pattern and to see other similar patterns, search the pattern and source print database .

"Variety"

This pattern, which was made by Ridgways (1879-1916), is transfer-printed on a 7.38 inch plate. The RD number shows that this pattern was made in 1884. The pattern is very similar to the Devonshire pattern that was also made by Ridgways. Members only: for more information about this pattern and to see other similar patterns, search the pattern and source print database .

"Anglais," which is the French word for "English," was made by William Alsager Adderley (1876-1905). This pattern, which is found on a 16 inch by 12.5 inch platter, is part of a series of famous English tourist spots and castles. The asymmetrical Aesthetic style lends itself to more than one view. The large view depicts Warwick Castle and the small view depicts Guy's Cliffe. The naturalistic border is filled with flowers, ivy and ferns. Look for the spider and web in the left-hand corner. The registry mark is for October 20, 1883. To see more patterns in this series and to learn more about them, search "Anglais" in the pattern and source print database.

"Belmont"
Found on a 17.5 inch by 14 inch platter, this pattern is part of a series that depicts different birds in the center and the corners of the border. It was made by John Dimmock & Co. (c. 1862-1904). For more information about this series, see "Belmont" in the pattern and source print database

"Devonshire" pattern on earthenware in underglaze brown by Ridgways, Staffordshire, circa 1880. This plate is an example of Aesthetic Movement transferware.

"Spray" Plate, 9.75 inches. Made by William Baker & Co. (1839-1932), this pattern is typical of the Aesthetic Movement (1868-1901); it is asymetrical with a small reserve and large surrounding border-like patterns. Sometimes the title seems unrelated to the pattern, but in this case, "Spray" refers to the sprays of blackberries, morning glories and ivy that comprise the border. For more nformation about this pattern, see "Spray" in the pattern and source print database. For more information about Aesthetic Movement pottery, search the Aesthetic category in the pattern and source print database.

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