An English delftware blue and white Merryman plate probably London, dated 1720

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£4450

Dated: 1730 London England

A blue and white decorated London Delftware plate with the inscription " (3) To entertain is Guest 1730" set within a stylized laurel wreath. This dish is number three from a set of six. Note that the" is Guest"  should read "his Guest".    

Diameter: 7.75 inches

Current Condition: Good condition with no restoration and only minor signs of historical wear in accord with age..

Provenance: Private Collection Swansea Wales

Literature: Lipski- Archer Dated English Delftware page 76 shows a similar example. Published 1984

£4450    $6007

Description

A blue and white decorated London Delftware plate with the inscription ” (3) To entertain is Guest 1730″ set within a stylized laurel wreath. This dish is number three from a set of six. Note that the” is Guest”  should read “his Guest”.