Rare Set of 8 Minton Shakespeare Plates C.1874 – John Moyr Smith – Aesthetic Movement

Rare Set of 8 Minton Shakespeare Plates c.1874 – John Moyr Smith – Aesthetic Movement

An exceptionally rare set of 8 Minton earthenware Shakespeare plates, dating to circa 1874, each featuring detailed John Moyr Smith illustrations of scenes from Shakespeare’s plays.

John Moyr Smith was a prominent artist of the Aesthetic Movement, also known for his work on Minton’s celebrated Shakespeare tile series, making this set highly desirable to collectors.

Description

Each plate is beautifully decorated in brown transferware and features an elegant pierced (reticulated) border, typical of high-quality Minton production of the period.

All plates are marked with the impressed “Mintons” stamp to the underside.

Key Details:

Maker: Minton

Date: c.1874

Artist: John Moyr Smith

Design: Shakespeare scenes

Material: Earthenware

Decoration: Brown transferware with pierced borders

Quantity: Set of 8 plates

Dimensions:

Diameter: approx. 9" (23 cm) each

Condition:

Very good overall condition for their age.

Some light discolouration consistent with age.

One plate has minor surface chips.

Notes:

A rare opportunity to acquire a complete set of 8 early Minton Shakespeare plates, combining literary interest, artistic significance, and decorative appeal — ideal for collectors of Victorian ceramics or Shakespeareana.

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