Plate mounted on a foot, English ironstone by Minton, 1890.

Superb antique cake stand (low compote or raised plate) in English ironstone, with polychrome floral decoration. Printed mark "Mintons" (from the 1880s), a factory based in Stoke-on-Trent (North Staffordshire). Dated 1890 ("T" for the year 1890 and "J" for June or July). Model "C 3625" Very patinated earthenware but otherwise in very good condition - see photos. 23 cm in diameter. 5.5 cm high. ☞ All the pieces we offer have lived several lives, and it is for these charming traces of time that we have loved and chosen them. However, the most significant imperfections will always be mentioned in our listings and highlighted by the photographs. These photos were taken in natural light in our home, and colours may vary slightly depending on the screen used.