Alfred Meakin Old Willow Blue and White Handled Serving Bowl

This substantial Alfred Meakin serving bowl presents the maker's Old Willow pattern in cobalt blue on a white ceramic ground. The deep rounded form has two integrated side handles, while the interior and exterior carry additional Willow decoration that rewards close inspection from every angle.

Made in England by Alfred Meakin, the bowl carries a blue printed backstamp with a house device reading “Old Willow”, “Alfred Meakin” and “England”. This confirms the maker, pattern and country of manufacture. The Old Willow name was used by Alfred Meakin from approximately the 1930s onward, and the bowl is likely to date from that period, although an exact year is not confirmed. It is in very good condition, with no chips, cracks or damage.

• Maker: Alfred Meakin, England
• Pattern: Old Willow
• Dimensions: 8 cm (H) x 24.5 cm (W)
• Condition: Very Good
• Features: Cobalt-blue Willow decoration, deep rounded form, two integrated side handles, patterned interior and exterior
• Period: Likely 1930s
• SKU: SKU-00430

A useful and decorative serving piece for collectors of Alfred Meakin, Old Willow and English transferware. Pairs naturally with the Queen’s by Churchill Blue Willow charger plate, the Burleigh Ware Blue Willow gilt side plate and the wider Blue Willow collection.