Egg Stand, Standard Willow Pattern
Item Number: D115
Shape Type: Egg Stand
Pattern Name: Standard Willow Pattern
Date: c. 1790-1800
Dimensions: Stand: H 2″, D 7.5″; Egg Cups: H 1.15″, D 1.875″
Maker: Spode
Maker’s Mark: Impressed
Description:
A rare and fine example of an early earthenware egg stand holding five egg cups. Printed in blue underglaze with a line engraved Standard Willow pattern. The outer border consists of geometric motifs and Oriental symbols. It is a fine example of early line-engraved printing. The Standard Willow pattern was produced by more potters in the 19th century than any other pattern. Minton and Spode were the first to mark theirs.
Condition: Very good, one chip to the foot rim. Some rubbing on the edge.
