Ralph Stevenson - Ralph Stevenson - Platter - Bowl on a stand. - Earthenware - 'Swiss' pattern

A beautiful and rare 19th-century antique, footed earthenware bowl with the elegant 'Swiss' (also known as Swiss Scenery) green transferware pattern. This special piece was produced by the renowned potter Ralph Stevenson in Cobridge, Staffordshire, England, during the Regency/William IV period (circa 1810–1832).

The bowl features a beautifully scalloped edge resembling a flower and two stylized handles. The interior showcases a central motif with a romantic Swiss Alpine landscape with a watermill and chalets, framed by a rich, wide border of lush floral garlands. The exterior is decoratively adorned with flowers in a similar fashion.

The underside clearly bears the authentic green printed cartouche mark with the pattern name "SWISS" and the maker's name "R. Stevenson".

Dimensions:
- Height: approx. 13 cm
- Diameter/Width: approx. 27 cm (excluding handles)

Condition:
The bowl is in well-preserved antique condition, given its age of around 200 years. The green transfer print remains very vivid and detailed. In keeping with early Staffordshire pottery, there is fine crazing visible throughout the glaze, as well as characteristic brown/grey aging discolorations. This is particularly evident on the bottom of the feet, along the edges, and around the base of the handles. On one handle there is an old, darkened hairline crack/strain line visible at the connection to the bowl (see detail photo).

Interestingly, the handles also show small cobalt blue ink spots under the glaze from the original production process. A few small rough spots and minute 'flea bites' along the scalloped edge are present due to age. No structural large cracks or restorations detected.

Please examine the photos carefully, as they form an essential part of the description.

Shipping:
Carefully packed with the utmost care!