Begonia Majolica Tray with Yellow Rim
Vibrant Etruscan Majolica begonia plate produced in the late 19th Century (1880-1890) by Griffen, Smith, and Hill of Phoenixville, Penn. Please note, this ceramic piece shows signs of wear and use consistent with age and has a small chip in the center of the plate.
Dimensions: 11.5"W x 8.5"D x 1.125"H
Vibrant Etruscan Majolica begonia plate produced in the late 19th Century (1880-1890) by Griffen, Smith, and Hill of Phoenixville, Penn. Please note, this ceramic piece shows signs of wear and use consistent with age and has a small chip in the center of the plate.
Dimensions: 11.5"W x 8.5"D x 1.125"H
Vibrant Etruscan Majolica begonia plate produced in the late 19th Century (1880-1890) by Griffen, Smith, and Hill of Phoenixville, Penn. Please note, this ceramic piece shows signs of wear and use consistent with age and has a small chip in the center of the plate.
Dimensions: 11.5"W x 8.5"D x 1.125"H
About the Maker
The largest American Majolica producer of the late-19th century, Griffen, Smith, and Hill (Estruscan Majolica) ceramics are revered for their vibrant colors and iconic motifs. Often derived from English models, their ceramics were set apart by distinctive glazes, formulated in-house, and widely admired for their richness. Along with their begonia plates, the pieces of the Shell and Seaweed collections are amongst thier most celebrated works.
