Vintage Royal Doulton Blue Transferware Plate – 26 cm

Description

A striking vintage blue transferware plate by Royal Doulton, England, featuring a richly detailed pastoral scene rendered in deep cobalt blue.

The image — figures on horseback with dogs gathered in a wooded landscape — is taken from the long English tradition of romantic rural illustration, originally inspired by 18th and 19th century engravings. Royal Doulton became particularly known for these atmospheric transfer scenes, which bring storytelling to the table.

Finished with a softly banded blue rim, this plate works just as well displayed on the wall as it does layered into a shelf or dresser vignette.

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Maker Notes

Royal Doulton is one of England’s most respected ceramic names, producing high-quality domestic wares from the 19th century onward. Their blue transferware pieces are especially loved for their depth of colour and narrative imagery — timeless, recognisable, and endlessly collectable.

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Details

• Maker: Royal Doulton

• Origin: England

• Decoration: Blue transfer pastoral scene

• Diameter: approx. 26 cm

• Material: Earthenware

• Era: Based on the Royal Doulton backstamp, this plate dates to the early 20th century, circa 1910s–1920s.

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Condition

Good vintage condition. Light surface wear and age-related marks to the back consistent with age and use. No cracks or chips noted. Please refer to images for full detail.

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Styling Ideas

• Wall display with other blue-and-white pieces

• Leaned on a shelf behind glass or pottery

• Used as a serving or statement plate for special occasions

Pairs beautifully with books, dark timber, and other English ceramics.