{"product_id":"spode-copeland-blue-green-transferware-plate-w-butterfly-basket-weave-border","title":"Spode Copeland Blue \u0026 Green Transferware Plate w\/ Butterfly \u0026 Basket Weave Border","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"1041\"\u003eA charming antique Spode earthenware plate featuring a scalloped rim and an elegant embossed basketweave border. The plate is decorated with a delicate wreath of blue grapevine leaves and clusters of pale green grapes encircling the center. At the heart of the design, enhancing\u003cspan\u003e the original design is a beautifully executed overglaze butterfly at the center, rendered in soft shades of blue with delicate black veining, elongated swallowtail tails, and subtle crimson accents. The butterfly appears to float within the grapevine wreath, creating a naturalistic focal point that complements the botanical decoration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1043\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003eThe combination of embossed white ware, botanical transfer decoration, and the graceful butterfly creates a refined Victorian aesthetic. The crisp blue and green palette contrasts beautifully against the creamy white ground, highlighting the craftsmanship associated with Spode's decorative tablewares. Both decorative and collectible, this piece exemplifies the enduring appeal of antique English transferware and nature-inspired ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"98\" data-end=\"439\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAccording to Pam Woolliscroft, former Spode Museum curator and author of the Spode History blog, Spode registered the \u003c\/span\u003eChelsea Wicker shape on 29 October 1890 as design no. 159997. \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe name refers to a revival style: the fluted rim was said to derive from the old \u003c\/span\u003eChelsea\u003cspan\u003e factory tradition, while the wicker embossing echoed basket-weave decoration Spode had used earlier in the 1800s. \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eEarly pattern-book references describe it as “Basket Work Chelsea Shape”.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"824\"\u003eA lovely addition to any collection or a standout piece to mix into your everyday decor.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"824\"\u003eMeasures: Appx 5.5”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"824\"\u003eCondition: No chips or cracks. Little crazing\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nancy's Daily Dish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43836596748354,"sku":null,"price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0292\/8053\/files\/Photoroom_20260610_103726.jpg?v=1781114233","url":"https:\/\/nancysdailydish.net\/products\/spode-copeland-blue-green-transferware-plate-w-butterfly-basket-weave-border","provider":"Nancy's Daily Dish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}