Antique ceramic and metal hot plate james dixon and sons shef

Antique hot plate composed of a painted ceramic plate and a silver-plated metal base Rare collector's item The ceramic is in very good condition both in terms of shine and colors Great finesse of the patterns representing butterflies and flowers in a shade of violet blue The metal part with its two handles is in good condition and has a patinated appearance. The metal edge of the setting of the earthenware has some very slight deformations (see photos) metal screw cap with the name on the top and an original cork disc some rust spots on the white part Company created in 1806 by James Dixon in Sheffield Stamp corresponding to the years 1835 to 1920 diameter 27.5 cm excluding handles weight 1.2 kg.