Elegant pair of early 20th-century English porcelain plates by Mintons, dated around 1920.
Hand-painted in the vibrant Imari palette of cobalt blue, iron red, green and gold, featuring a central floral medallion surrounded by an intricate border in Japanese Revival style.
A refined example of Mintons’ craftsmanship, blending Victorian opulence with early Art Deco elegance.
Details:
• Origin: England
• Date: circa 1920
• Maker: Mintons Ltd., Stoke-on-Trent
• Material: Fine bone china, hand-painted with gilt decoration
• Dimensions: Diameter 23.5 cm (9.25 in)
• Condition: One plate in excellent condition, one with a small rim chip barely visible from the front. No cracks or restorations. Securely packed and shipped with full insurance worldwide.
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