Large Antique Alfred Meakin "Ovando" Flow Blue Vegetable Tureen

Large Antique Alfred Meakin "Ovando" Flow Blue Vegetable TureenA magnificent, large scale serving tureen by Alfred Meakin in the "Ovando" pattern (c. 1890s). Substantially larger than a sauce tureen, this piece is designed for serving vegetables, potatoes, or soups at the centre of the dining table. It features deep, dreamy cobalt Flow Blue floral design, complete with ornate moulded handles and a gilded finial on the lid. The "Ovando" pattern is prized for its rich colour saturation, and this piece displays that

Its previous owner used gold gilding on the edges

Some rusting apparent in the tin lining

these holders are a perfect example of late 20th-century post-modern design

A substantial early 19th-century English pearlware meat platter printed in the Blue Willow pattern - one of the most enduring and recognisable designs in the history of transferware

this piece displays a delightful transferware design with a leaf polka dot motif and scalloped edges

5cm wide (including spout and handle)

Condition: Authentic antique condition with character

this piece has an elegant matte finish and sculptural quality

The blue transfer is rich and dark with the desirable "blur" that Flow Blue collectors seek

some variation in shape

Condition: Good - minor pulls and very small threadbare patches

Perfect for collectors of English transferware