Some pieces bring back the feeling of a traditional Sunday dinner table, and this large vintage serving platter is one of them. Made by the Edwin M. Knowles China Company of East Liverpool, Ohio, this beautiful platter dates to the late 1940s, a time when American families were once again gathering around the table after the war years. Knowles was known for producing durable vitreous china that was both practical and elegant, and pieces like this were made to be used and enjoyed. At 15½ inches long, this is a generous serving platter — the kind originally used for roast chicken, ham, vegetables, or family-style dishes. Today it works just as well as a decorative piece on a wall or displayed on a plate stand in a hutch or cabinet. A lovely piece of American china history that still feels right at home on the table today.
The design is classic mid-century American china. A soft ivory background is accented with delicate floral bouquets in the center and around the rim, while a geometric border and gold trim frame the platter beautifully. It has that quiet elegance that fits right in with traditional kitchens, cottage décor, or a farmhouse table. Even with a little gentle wear from years of use, it still carries the charm of a piece that has been part of many meals and gatherings over the decades.
Details
Maker: Edwin M. Knowles China Company
Made in: East Liverpool, Ohio, USA
Material: Vitreous china
Circa: Late 1940s
Measurements
Length: 15½ inches
Width: 12 inches
Condition
Very good vintage condition.
• No chips
• No cracks
• No crazing
• Some utensil wear from normal use
• Light rubbing to the gold trim
These signs of use are typical for vintage dinnerware from this period.
Uses
• Large serving platter
• Holiday or Sunday dinner table
• Vintage china display
• Cottage or farmhouse décor
• Decorative wall platter
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'LIKE NEW' Perfect mint condition.
EXCELLENT: Item has no chips cracks or crazing. May show wear from over the years such as small utensil marks.
GREAT: Item shows signs of wear due to everyday use. Larger utensil marks small flea bit chips.
VERY GOOD: Item has larger signs of wear from everyday use. Such as minor scratches, scuffing, crazing or flea bite chips.
GOOD: Item shows its years of use and love. There will be flaws such as chips, small cracks, more pronounced crazing etc. Price will reflect these defects. The item will show a larger amount of wear.
FAIR: Numerous noted flaws, some very significant. Larger cracks, chips, mars, etc. The item will have very significant wear for its years of use.
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