{"product_id":"rare-antique-english-blue-willow-staple-repaired-platter","title":"Rare Antique English Blue Willow Staple-Repaired Platter","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden @[53.5rem]\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA remarkable antique English ironstone platter featuring the classic Blue Willow pattern in deep cobalt blue. The sweeping landscape includes pagodas, bridges, boats, birds, trees, and architectural details framed by an intricately patterned border.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe underside reveals an exceptional series of historic metal staple repairs. Once performed by skilled china menders, this labor-intensive technique preserved a valued piece rather than discarding it. The visible staples and intersecting repair lines give the platter a distinctive make-do-and-mend character prized by collectors. The underside bears a printed Davenport Ironstone China stamp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTBA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlazed ironstone and metal staples\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntique condition with extensive historic staple repairs, multiple cracks, overall crazing, staining, discoloration, surface wear, and small imperfections consistent with age. The repairs are intentionally visible and are an important part of the platter’s history. Display use only. Please review all photographs carefully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note that all antique and vintage items show signs of age and use. Any notable flaws will be disclosed, but minor imperfections are part of their history and charm.\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll sales are final, but please reach out if you have any questions about your order.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Blackbird Grove Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52983185113405,"sku":null,"price":425.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/6141\/9581\/files\/35_3.png?v=1788803386","url":"https:\/\/blackbirdgrovevintage.com\/products\/rare-antique-english-blue-willow-staple-repaired-platter","provider":"Blackbird Grove Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}