Drainer, Lady with Parasol

Item Number: P93
Item Shape:  Drainer
Pattern Name: Lady with Parasol
Date: c. 1795-1810
Dimensions: L 21″, W 15.625″
Maker:  Attributed to Swansea
Maker’s Mark: Unmarked
Description:
A very large and rare oval shaped earthenware drainer printed in blue underglaze with the Lady with Parasol pattern. The pattern is repeated on each side of the center. Added to the pattern are two carnation sprays and groups of birds in flight along with clouds that fill the large surface. The border is a variation of the butterfly pattern. The drainer is  punched in the hearts and diamonds pattern used in the Swansea factory.  The platter it was intended for would have been extraordinarily large.
Condition: Very Good. One .5″ chip to the rim that has been professionally restored.