Transferware & China
Pair of Antique English Blue Transferware Rimmed Soup Bowls, 'Ophir' Pattern, Burslem, approx. 9 1/4 in.
$22
This piece is also displayed in our booth at Rustique. Please message us to confirm it’s still available before purchasing.
The story
Two rimmed soup bowls in blue transferware, printed with a scrolling floral border of poppies and acanthus leaves on a softly scalloped rim. Both are backstamped "Ophir" with a bottle-kiln mark reading "Reliable, Burslem, England, Semi-Porcelain" (see the last photo), early 20th century. Approx. 9 1/4" across.
Please note the condition: the bowl on the LEFT in the first photo has a hairline crack running from the rim to the center and through the foot ring, plus brown age staining and crazing in the well (see the second and last photos). The bowl on the right is in good condition with light age wear. Old handwritten tape labels on the backs are left in place. Priced with the crack in mind; best for display rather than use.
Vase and flowers not included (shown for display only). Local pickup only.
Item #A99
These are antique items. Please read the description and look at the photos carefully before purchasing. Items are antique and therefore NOT in perfect condition.
- Era
- Early 20th century
- Maker
- Backstamped "Ophir" / "Reliable, Burslem, England, Semi-Porcelain" (bottle-kiln mark)
- Size
- Approx. 9 1/4" diameter
- Condition
- Fair — shows its age — One bowl has a hairline crack from rim to center (through the foot ring) with brown staining and crazing; the other is in good condition with light age wear. Please see photos.
- Category
- Transferware & China
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