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Johnson Bros Multicolour Serving Platter (31cm) | 'Haddon Hall' Series
Johnson Bros Multicolour Serving Platter (31cm) | 'Haddon Hall' Series
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A feast for both the eyes and the imagination, this Johnson Bros 'Haddon Hall' Multicolour Platter brings English romance and heritage to your table. At its heart is the legendary setting of Haddon Hall, a grand medieval manor nestled in Derbyshire, England. But what sets this platter apart is not just its richly detailed scene—it’s the romantic tale it commemorates: the secret elopement of Dorothy Vernon.
This platter is ideal for serving roasted vegetables, pastries, cheese selections, or for use as a decorative centrepiece. Whether displayed on a shelf or used at your next gathering, it’s a conversation piece that celebrates both function and folklore.
Dimensions
Dimensions
- Length: 30.6 cm
- Width: 25.5 cm
Condition
Condition
- Very Good - Very good vintage condition overall.
- Some fine utensil marks and age-related crazing consistent with age and use, particularly visible under direct light.
- No chips or cracks present.
- Glaze: Smooth with even colour distribution; the printed imagery is crisp and unfaded.
- Backstamp: Fully legible with a clear reference to Dorothy Vernon’s elopement.
Additional Information
Additional Information
1. About Haddon Hall and Dorothy Vernon's Elopement:
- Haddon Hall is celebrated as one of England’s most romantic country houses—and it’s easy to see why. According to legend, Dorothy Vernon, the daughter of Sir George Vernon, fell in love with John Manners, a man beneath her station. Her family disapproved, but during a lavish ball, Dorothy slipped away through a side door and eloped with John into the night. The couple later inherited Haddon Hall, and their love story has echoed through the centuries.
- This platter serves as a visual tribute to that tale—capturing not just a scene, but a story.
2. Design & Features:
- Rendered in warm, earthy tones with accents of yellow, rose pink, and mossy green, this platter is a rare multicolour variation of the classic cobalt design.
- It features an illustration of Haddon Hall's grand façade, horse-drawn carriages, a courtly woman in period dress, and vignettes of woodland deer and stately gardens—each scene hand-engraved with care and enhanced by underglaze colour.
- Subtly scalloped edges for a soft, refined silhouette.
3. Craftsmanship:
- Made in England by Johnson Bros, known for their durable and elegant earthenware.
- A genuine hand engraving with permanent underglaze decoration, noted for its acid-resistant colour.
4. Uses & Versatility
- This platter is ideal for serving roasted vegetables, pastries, cheese selections, or for use as a decorative centrepiece.
- Whether displayed on a shelf or used at your next gathering, it’s a conversation piece that celebrates both function and folklore.
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