This is a part of a selection of rarer 1950s British tablewares that I am listing. Postal discounts would of course apply for multiple purchases.
On offer here is a rare oval serving plate. It was made by Johnson Brothers - as you can see on the lovely back stamp on the base. The pattern name is Autumn Leaves
Johnson Brothers were probably looking at similar designs made by Eric Ravilious and issued by Wedgwood as their "Garden" series.
This design features a spindly tree that is dropping its leaves in the autumn. The leaves flutter through the air. The colours used by Johnson Brothers are also very reminiscent of the Ravilious palette on the Wedgwood designs. These ones would have been a more affordable alternative and would have been had at a fraction of a Ravilious original.
These Autumn Leaves ceramics probably date to the mid-1950s. They are now rarer survivors and not so many dinnerware pieces with this pattern seem to have survived. The rarity of these, the attractiveness of the design, and the fact that these are now over 60 years old and in generally good vintage condition are reflected in my asking price.
It measures 8 1/4 x 7 1/2 inches. It weighs 300 grams unpacked.
I am pricing this at £22 as it is so rare and extremely hard to find. This is a fair price for such an iconic 50s design and a fraction of what you might pay for a Ravilious alternative.
It is in fine vintage condition with no chips or cracks.
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Postage would be about £4..95 (UK Royal Mail Recorded) - I could cap additional items for a capped price of £10 (Parcelforce48 Recorded) - excess postage paid would be quickly refunded to you.