Maker: Rathbone  Pattern: Duke of Wellington

Gorgeous plate printedin a soft blue. Thomas Rathbone & Co of the Midlothian Pottery, Portobello, Scotland was the maker of this charming rural scene set within a distinctive border. Items in this design are found as here with a printed drape and ribbon backstamp, similar to Mason's, plus the words Patronised by the Duke of Wellington. By default the design is now often referred to as Duke of Wellington, although this hardly does justice to the bucolic shepherd and his sheep standing amidst an area of natural beauty, with a cottage ornee in the near background!
Backstamp ducal crown over drape containing words Patronised by the Duke of Welington.
Fine all over crazing otherwise excellent condition.

Dimensions: 22.5 cm / 9 ins