Additional Image:

Printed on the back of this miniature trade plate is the name "Mr. Spencer", presumably the name of the salesman representing the Mortlock firm.  
Shape Type
Miscellaneous
Pattern Type
Chinese, Asian and Other Exotic Themes
Date
1860-1880
Dimensions
  • Diameter: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)
Maker
Unknown

Description:

A miniature earthenware plate printed in dark blue with the Standard Willow pattern.  This small plate was made to serve as a trade card for the London retailer John Mortlock.  On the front the pattern is overwritten by a scroll with the inscription:  " Est. 1746. JOHN MORTLOCK.  THE POTTERY GALLERIES.  OXFORD ST.. & ORCHARD ST.  PORTMAN SQUARE. W."  On the reverse is the
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