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Johnson Bros Dinner Plate | 'Devon Sprays' Collection
Johnson Bros Dinner Plate | 'Devon Sprays' Collection
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This vintage dinner plate from Johnson Bros features the Devon Sprays pattern—an elegant arrangement of cobalt blue roses printed under the glaze on white ironstone. The design is classic and clean, with crisp floral groupings across the surface and a distinctive swirled rim that adds gentle movement to the form.
Whether layered into a blue and white tablescape, displayed on a plate wall, or simply paired with a linen napkin for a quiet slice of cake, Devon Sprays brings charm without trying too hard. It mixes effortlessly with other patterns, making it a reliable favourite.
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Dimensions
Dimensions
- Diameter: 24.8 cm
Condition
Condition
- Very Good - The dinner plate is in very good vintage condition.
- Light age-related staining on the rim and minor crazing visible on close inspection.
- Some imperfections on the back.
- No chips or cracks.
Additional Information
Additional Information
1. Design & Features:
- The rim of this plate features a sculpted swirl design — not just decorative, but tactile — drawing the eye inward toward carefully spaced bouquets of roses in cobalt blue.
- The florals are crisp and richly detailed, with fine shading that gives them the feel of ink drawings rather than flat transferware.
2. Craftsmanship:
- The decoration is applied beneath the glaze, giving it a softened edge and a slightly timeworn feel.
- It’s not meant to dazzle; it’s meant to feel lived-in — like something you'd find on a Welsh dresser in a kitchen that smells like tea and toast.
- There's a satisfying weight to this piece. It’s not fragile porcelain, but sturdy English ironstone — made to last, made to be used, and still here decades later with all its charm intact.
3. Uses & Versatility:
- While made for mealtimes, this plate is just as striking hung on a wall or layered behind smaller plates in a cabinet display.
- Perfect for blue & white collectors.
- Whether you're adding to an established collection or starting one from scratch, Devon Sprays plays nicely with everything from Willow to Burleigh. It’s a workhorse pattern — easy to style but full of character.
- Strong enough for daily use, but lovely enough to make a solo breakfast feel like a moment.
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