{"product_id":"set-of-6-romantic-england-kent-penshurst-place-transferware-dessert-plates-j-and-g-meakin","title":"Set of 6 Romantic England “Kent – Penshurst Place” Transferware Dessert Plates, J and G Meakin","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-root=\"1\"\u003eAdditional Description:\u003cbr\u003eA charming set of six English transferware dessert plates in a rich cranberry-red tone, featuring the “Romantic England” series by J\u0026amp;G Meakin. Each plate is decorated with a detailed pastoral scene of Penshurst Place in Kent, framed by an abundant border of flowering branches and berries.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe central vignette depicts the historic English estate with grazing deer in the foreground, rendered in fine linework typical of mid-century Staffordshire transfer printing. The scalloped edges and softly molded rims add dimension and elegance, while the tonal depth of the red transfer gives the set a warm, inviting presence—perfect for layering into an English country or holiday table setting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarked to the underside: “Romantic England – Kent – Penshurst Place – English Ironstone – Dishwasher Safe – J\u0026amp;G Meakin – England.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEra:\u003cbr\u003eMid-20th Century (circa 1950s–1970s)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHistory:\u003cbr\u003eJ\u0026amp;G Meakin was a well-known Staffordshire pottery firm, celebrated for producing durable and decorative ironstone wares for both domestic and export markets. The “Romantic England” series reflects a mid-20th century fascination with historic British landmarks, offering accessible, collectible pieces that evoke traditional English country life and heritage estates.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvenance:\u003cbr\u003eEngland\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMaterials:\u003cbr\u003eIronstone ceramic with transfer-printed decoration\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e(To be provided)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDisclaimers\/Condition:\u003cbr\u003eGood vintage condition. Light surface wear consistent with age and use, including minor utensil marks and faint crazing in areas. No major chips or cracks observed. Overall presentation remains strong and highly displayable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"For the Louvre of Antiques LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48428507037951,"sku":null,"price":90.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0725\/8780\/4927\/files\/aa465071-ddf0-4c74-a8d4-b201a6349b2d.png?v=1776955359","url":"https:\/\/forthelouvreofantiques.com\/products\/set-of-6-romantic-england-kent-penshurst-place-transferware-dessert-plates-j-and-g-meakin","provider":"For the Louvre of Antiques LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}