
Ceramic commemorative plate with transfer-printed landscape scene by Wedgwood
History
This plate appears to be part of Wedgwood's commemorative series featuring historic American landmarks and scenic locations. Wedgwood, the renowned English pottery manufacturer founded in 1759, produced numerous limited edition and commemorative plates throughout the 20th century depicting notable buildings, gardens, and landscapes. These transfer-printed earthenware plates were particularly popular from the 1960s through the 1990s as collectible items and decorative pieces. Wedgwood commemorative plates appeal to collectors of English ceramics, American historical memorabilia, and decorative plate enthusiasts. These items are valued for their fine craftsmanship, historical documentation of significant locations, and the prestige of the Wedgwood name. Collectors particularly appreciate plates featuring recognizable landmarks or those from limited edition series, as they represent both artistic merit and cultural preservation of important American heritage sites.
Origin
Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England
Maker
Wedgwood
Time period
Late 20th century