Antique Square Serving Plate Hand Painted Floral Porcelain Platter 9.5 Inch

Unidentified Maker
Hand Painted Floral Pattern - Porcelain/Earthenware
Late 19th to Early 20th Century, 1 Piece

This antique square serving plate features a delicate hand-painted floral motif, characteristic of the amateur china painting movement popular in the late Victorian and Edwardian eras. The piece showcases soft yellow and tan blossoms with green foliage, set against a muted, tonal background. The square form is elevated by slightly scalloped corners and a central geometric frame, making it a distinctive example of period decorative tableware.

• Artist initials "W.M." visible on the front near the floral cluster
• No manufacturer backstamp present on the reverse
• Hand-painted design with visible brushwork and organic detailing
• Measures approximately 9.5 inches by 9.5 inches

Condition: Good antique condition. The front display surface shows minor utensil marks and light surface wear consistent with age. The reverse shows significant shelf wear and dark staining/discoloration to the unglazed foot rim and base. No major chips or cracks are visible upon inspection. The hand-painted pigments remain clear with minimal fading.