Old Colony Dinner Plate (Pattern TC 1005)
Decorative art, Ceramic dinnerware • Royal Doulton, English Porcelain Manufactory
Style & Movement
Mid-Century Traditional / Neo-Classical Revival
Medium & Technique
Fine Bone China with underglaze transfer-printed floral design and gilded/banded rim
Creation Period
Circa 1959-1982 (Production lifespan of the Old Colony pattern)
Dimensions & Format
Approximately 10.5 inches in diameter; circular format
Subject Description
Central motif features a stylized floral spray with blue anemone-like blossoms and brown foliage. The composition includes a lace-like geometric interior border and a fluted, textured rim decorated with a repeating dotted pattern and blue edge banding.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Very Good; the glaze appears glossy with minimal evidence of heavy utensil marking or dishwasher fading.
Estimated Market Value
$15.00 - $35.00 USD per plate
Auction Estimate
$10.00 - $20.00 USD per plate (higher as part of a complete set)
Provenance History
Likely sourced from a private residential collection or estate; typical of mid-to-late 20th-century bridal registry acquisitions.
Art Historical Significance
A representative example of the post-war English ceramic industry's move toward accessible luxury, combining traditional fluted 'Elizabethan' shapes with modern, simplified color palettes.
Notable Features
Distinguished by the specific 'Old Colony' transfer print and the fluted texture of the rim which provides a tactile contrast to the smooth center.
Condition Issues
Minor surface scratches consistent with age and stacking; potential for light wear to the blue rim band and micro-crazing in the glaze over time.
Conservation Recommendations
Hand wash recommended to preserve the color intensity; avoid abrasive cleaners and store with felt separators to prevent scratching.
Collector Notes
royal doulton dinner plate Old Colony