mid-20th-century Royal Doulton Bell Heather porcelain serving platter.

Dimensions: platter 9.5x13 The Bell Heather pattern captures the enduring British fascination with native flora, translating the delicate pink blossoms of the moorlands onto refined ceramic blanks. By pairing an embossed, fluted shape with hand-painted or transfer-printed floral sprays, designers created tableware that brought a serene, pastoral elegance to dining tables. These mid-century sets remain appreciated today for their charming aesthetic and the durable quality of Staffordshire earthenware and porcelain. Royal Doulton has a storied history in English ceramics, originating in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent, during the mid-19th century and evolving into a global powerhouse of fine china production. The company became renowned for its exceptional porcelain bodies, artistic glaze formulations, and collaborations with talented botanical and figurative painters. * items are from a smoke free home without damage or modification. * all items are sold (as is), no returns will be accepted. Thank you for looking and please message with any questions about the item