{"product_id":"antique-henry-alcock-co-kenilworth-square-plate-with-handles-circa-1883","title":"Antique Henry Alcock \u0026 Co Kenilworth Square Plate with Handles circa 1886","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{HISTORY}\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade by Henry Alcock \u0026amp; Co in Cobridge, England in 1886, this antique square plate features the Kenilworth pattern  - a beautiful brown floral representing the 19th century Aesthetic movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrized for its artistic, nature-inspired themes, the Aesthetic Movement defined a break in the industrial influence of Victorian England. Affecting all areas of life, from classical art to furniture, the sole purpose of the movement was to create beauty in any form, shape, subject, and color for the sheer sake of expressing artistic creativity. Dishware during this movement featured bold patterns, off-center layouts, and dynamic designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the true spirit of the time, this plate, with its big blossomed branches, stylized portrait frames, and decorated handles, offers a lot to admire.  Let's look...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe inset circular fan-shaped image features a portrait of two birds, perhaps of the crane family. Behind them is a different image of a pastoral landscape setting complete with mountains, trees, and a lake. Ferns, scalloped motifs, and daisy-like flowers frame the birds and the mountains, and tucked in between are branches of cherry blossoms. Ricrac designs, tiny scalloped lines, and basketweave-style detailing define the handles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA hard-to-find piece in this pattern, this plate has traveled the century with some adventure marks to prove it. There is a small 1\/4\" inch chip on the bottom right at the rim, and two series of tiny chips on the back of the plate at the rim of the handles. All of these chips were most likely caused by a plate hanger. Fortunately, none of these small flaws can be seen from the front of the plate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo pretty for both an art piece and a practical serving piece, this size plate is especially great for serving brownies, homemade chocolates, and mini cakes. It’s also a lovely representative of living up to the movement’s mission “art for art’s sake.” Eventually replaced by the Arts \u0026amp; Crafts movement of the early 20th century, the Artistic Movement lasted for 40 years from 1860-1900. The pottery of Henry Alcock operated from 1861 to 1935.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{SPECIAL FEATURES}\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade during the Aesthetic movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKenilworth pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColors include chocolate brown and ivory\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStamped on back with maker's mark, impressed date codes, and patent date\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHard-to-find piece in pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{CONDITION}\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn lovely antique condition, this plate contains no cracks or stains. Please see notes about chips above. The floral pattern is crisp and clear with minimal wear.  Please see photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{SIZE}\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasures 9.25\" inches (handle to handle) x 8.25\" inches (width) and weighs 1.3 lbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{DONATION SUPPORTED}\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis heirloom gives back! 20% of the proceeds from the sale of this plate will be donated to \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/rare.org\/\" class=\"text-link\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003erare.org\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - an international non-profit committed to protecting, promoting, and preserving global foodways, communities, and the environment through self-sustainability and conservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Henry Alcock \u0026 Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51425849114847,"sku":null,"price":43.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2133\/8945\/files\/antique-h-alcock-square-plate-cobridge-england.png?v=1789860133","url":"https:\/\/shopinthevintagekitchen.com\/products\/antique-henry-alcock-co-kenilworth-square-plate-with-handles-circa-1883","provider":"In The Vintage Kitchen Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}