ABSOLUTELY STUNNING RED TRANSFERWARE CHARGER / PLATTER BY MALING OF ENGLAND with hand painted touches of blue, green and gold

"Caravan by the Water" | Romantic Orientalist Scene | 19th-Century English Pottery

Step into a timeless tale with this exquisite red polychrome transferware charger plate, a stunning example of 19th-century English pottery at its most evocative. Rich in detail and charm, the central scene transports the viewer to an imagined Eastern landscape—where travelers on camelback pause by a shimmering waterway, minarets rise into a dusky sky, and distant domes glisten at the foot of a majestic mountain.

This storied design, deeply rooted in the Victorian-era fascination with the exotic and the romantic, reflects the era's love for narrative tableware. The intricate scene is framed by an ornate border of stylized acanthus leaves and classical palmettes, rendered in warm cranberry / red / pink hues against a soft cream background. The double-band detailing adds depth and elegance, drawing the eye inward to the rich central tableau.

Each element—from the lush palms and architectural flourishes to the finely dressed figures—tells a story of travel, culture, and artistic imagination. Whether displayed on a wall or set among a collection, this piece invites conversation and admiration.

Perfect for collectors of antique transferware, lovers of historic decor, or anyone seeking to add a worldly, storied touch to their space.

MEASURES: 11.25"

CONDITION IS WONDERFUL...AGE ASSOCIATED CRAZING IS PRESENT

MARKED AS FOLLOWS: MALING LSTD 1762 NEWCASTLE ON TYNE ENGLAND