{HISTORY}

First debuting in England in the 1940s, Johnson Brothers' Garden Bouquet pattern features an exuberant arrangement of hand-painted florals clipped from a cottage garden.  Part of a series known as Windsor Ware, Johnson Bros. created several similar patterns to Garden Bouquet that carried an abundant floral theme.  Meant to symbolize resilience in nature and the comfort of tradition, the flowers in this series helped home cooks and dishware collectors find comfort in the calming aesthetic of the garden during the chaotic WWII years. 

In manufacture through the 1970s, symbolism aside, it's easy to see why Garden Bouquet was such a popular choice worthy of a thirty-year production run. Artistic, dramatic, and finely detailed, Garden Bouquet brings all the colorful beauty of a lush and thriving garden indoors.

Hand-decorated with a gadroon edge, this platter is a showstopper centerpiece just as much as a helpful server. Hang it on the wall and its artistic nature adds instant beauty. Place it on the table and it serves as a tray and a decorative dish all in one. Colors include pale blue, mustard, lemon, raspberry, grape, periwinkle, spring green, lime, espresso, and lavender against a pale cream background. 

{SPECIAL FEATURES} 

• Stamped on back with the maker's mark and pattern name
• Hand-decorated (hand-painted)
• !2 inch size

{CONDITION}

In lovely vintage condition, this platter contains no chips, cracks, spots, or stains. Very light crazing adds a lovely vintage aesthetic. Please see photos.  

{SIZE}

Measures 12 inches (length) x 9.75 inches (width) and weighs 1.9 lbs.