Maker: Bathwell and Goodfellow  Pattern: Bridge of Lucano

The scene depicts the Bridge of Lucano in Italy and is believed to have been derived from an engraving in Merigot's Views of Rome and its Vicinity. Blue printed backstamp of a crown within laurel leaves and a ribbon with the words Bridge of Lucano Italy, which is believed to have been used by Bathwell & Goodfellow, who were active at Upper House Works, Burslem 1818-1823 and Tunstall 1829-1822. There is also DONOVAN for James Donovan the glass and china merchant and decorator, who had premises at George's Quay, Dublin, Ireland from 1770 to 1829.
Provenance: The personal collection of Gresham Copeland, passing by descent to his son Robert Copeland. Collection identification label on back AGC 549.
Glaze generally sound, few lines of crazing and utensil marks. This is a fine plate in excellent condition, with the added rarity of the DONOVAN mark.

Dimensions: 24.5 cm / 9.75 ins