Vintage Liberty Blue 14" Oval Serving Platter — "Washington Crossing the Delaware".
A beautiful addition to any blue and white transferware collection, this vintage platter features the highly sought-after "Washington Crossing the Delaware" central scene. Produced in the mid-1970s in the historic Staffordshire region of England, this piece was commissioned to celebrate the upcoming American Bicentennial. The platter showcases a stunning, deep cobalt blue transfer design. The breath-taking historical scene is framed by a rich, continuous border of heavily detailed wild roses and floral design. Crafted from durable Staffordshire Ironstone, it serves beautifully as a focal statement piece for any display or plate wall gallery.
Specifications & Details
Manufacturer: Enoch Wedgwood (Staffordshire, England)
Pattern: Liberty Blue (Historical Colonial Series)
Central Scene: Washington Crossing the Delaware
Material: Staffordshire Ironstone / Ceramic
Dimensions: Approximately 14” L x 11.25” W
Era: Vintage (Circa 1975)
Backstamp: Features the authentic "Liberty Blue Original Copper Engravings of Historical Colonial Scenes Printed on Staffordshire Ironstone. Detergent and Dishwater Safe. Made in England. "Washington Crossing the Delaware".
Authenticity: Confirms this is an original 1970s Enoch Wedgwood piece from the historic Bicentennial promotional series.
Condition Report
Overall Rating: Excellent Vintage Condition.
Details: The platter maintains a beautiful, brilliant glossy glaze with rich, unfaded blue transfer lines. There are no chips, cracks, or structural repairs.
