ANTIQUE “RIBSTONE WARE BOOTHS LTD ” Cream & Gilt LARGE CELEBRATION PLATTER

Measurements:
Approx. 15 inches long
Approx. 11 1/2 inches wide

Maker’s / Manufacturer’s Marks:
Ribstone Ware Booths Ltd.
Made in Great Britain

C397 2
BOOTHS B 37
12
B

Notes/ other details:
Gilt and scrolls border.
This is a rare antique platter
This is a large celebration platter.
The larger platter (17 inches) underneath is on a separate listing. It is shown here for comparison and scale.

The ANTIQUE “RIBSTONE WARE BOOTHS LTD” platter exudes an air of elegance and grandeur. Its surface, a delicate cream hue, provides a serene canvas, making the intricate gilt and scrolls border all the more striking. Each scroll is meticulously designed, intertwining and cascading around the platter’s edge, drawing the eye in a dance of shimmering gold against the creamy backdrop. The gilt border isn’t just ornamental; it’s symbolic of the luxury and opulence of the time when such pieces were de rigueur in high society.

Its generous size, approximately 15 inches in length and 11 1/2 inches in width, suggests that this was not a mere dining accessory but a centrepiece, destined to hold pride of place at grand banquets and celebrations. Given its dimensions, one can envision it bearing a bounty of delicacies, from roasted game to an assortment of fruits, serving as both a utilitarian object and a conversation starter.

The underside bears the distinctive maker’s marks: “Ribstone Ware Booths Ltd.” and “Made in Great Britain“, along with the hallmarks ‘C397 2’, ‘BOOTHS B 37′, ’12’, and ‘B’. These not only serve as an authentication of its esteemed origin but also as a testament to its journey through time, having been crafted by one of Britain’s renowned pottery houses.

For antique collectors and connoisseurs, this platter represents more than just a decorative item. It’s a portal to a bygone era, echoing tales of lavish gatherings, discerning tastes, and British craftsmanship at its pinnacle. Such a rare find would undoubtedly be a prized possession, cherished not just for its aesthetic appeal, but for the rich tapestry of history it brings with it.

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