{"product_id":"vintage-1930s-red-wheat-bread-and-butter-plates-designed-by-j-palin-thorley","title":"Vintage 1930s Red Wheat Bread and Butter Plates Designed by J. Palin Thorley","description":"\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e{HISTORY}\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMade by Taylor Smith \u0026amp; Taylor in 1936, this set of four bread and butter plates features the artistically avant-garde pattern known as Red Wheat. It was designed by acclaimed British-American ceramic artist J. Palin Thorley (1892-1987) who worked as Art Director at Taylor Smith \u0026amp; Taylor in the 1930s. Designing both the plate shape known as Empire and the pattern known as Red Wheat, this is a lovely example of the streamlined modern aesthetic that was popular in the 1930s.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith millions of dishes produced in the US during the early 20th century, it is always a joy to be able to trace the history of one pattern back to the original designer who created it. J. Palin made this design in his last year just before he left Taylor Smith \u0026amp; Taylor to work with other potteries, including Colonial Williamsburg. Born in England to a family of ceramic artists, J. Palin's career was quite illustrious, designing ceramics both in the UK and America. Working with many of the most well-known potteries, he was a fan of historical dish designs and had a wonderful sense of design aesthetic and technique. The Duke of Windsor was even a fan and commissioned J. Palin to design a set of dishes for him. With a long career devoted to ceramics for his entire life, J. Palin made quite an impact on the pottery industry, creating a portfolio of work that is still much admired today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn addition to Red Wheat, this pattern also came in other colors too - Blue Wheat and Green Wheat. The red variation is a lovely choice for autumn tables as it's more of a deep pumpkin shade than a true red. Thanks to its geometric shapes, this pattern also works well with midcentury modern pieces and color palettes popular through the 1960s. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e{SPECIAL FEATURES}\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Matching set of four bread plates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Stamped on back with both the Taylor Smith Taylor marks and date code as well as their Premier Potters of America mark\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Designed by J. Palin Thorley (1892-1997)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e- Colors include pumpkin, light grey and black\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e{CONDITION}\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIn good vintage condition, these plates contain no chips or cracks but there is evidence of rub marks in the silver edge around the outer rim and the black stripe on the inner rim of each dish. These flaws are not uncommon for dishes of this age, and add an extra visual layer of history to the overall aesthetic of each plate. There is also a small (pencil point size) stain mark on one plate. Please see photos. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e{SIZE} \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEach plate measures 6.25\" inches (diameter) and weighs 6 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e{STYLE IDEA}\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGet ready for fall with more autumn inspired vintage kitchenware here.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eJ. PALIN THORLEY PHOTO COURTESY OF CHIPSTONE.ORG\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e","brand":"Taylor Smith Taylor","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67734568730897,"sku":"mzi1792027022961","price":11.84,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/1511\/1697\/files\/vintage-1930s-red-wheat-bread-and-butter-plates-designed-by-j-palin-thorley_1.jpg?v=1792027031","url":"https:\/\/cuffrollwearj.shop\/products\/vintage-1930s-red-wheat-bread-and-butter-plates-designed-by-j-palin-thorley","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}