Early Antique Cobalt Blue and White Spongeware Platter

For the love of cobalt blue, this OLD spongeware platter is meant to be displayed and cherished. 💙 From the mid to late 19th century, this old girl has seen it all. This heavy stoneware lozenge-shaped platter shows bold splotches of cobalt blue glaze all over with a high gloss glaze. These utilitarian ceramics were easy to find back in the 1800s and were used in households just like yours and mine. Today, she'd make a lovely foundation to display a grouping of small houseplants🪴or even a stack of old blue and white dishes. So many uses, so little time! 🍒 More vintage Kitchen and Dining Products here. Listing Includes - ONE early cobalt blue and white spongeware scalloped platter (as shown) Item Condition Good condition with areas of visible wear, consistent with age and use. Edge wear includes two small chips (see photos). Surface scratches and dullness on the bottom. Unmarked. Undated. Likely from the mid-late 19th century. Wipe carefully to clean. Not recommended for serving food due to age. >> Please view pictures carefully as they are part of the description. This is truly a one of a kind, found item. Embracing its vintage beauty, this piece may contain imperfections from years of wear. These imperfections are not considered defective. Item Details - Materials: ceramic/stoneware, glaze - Color: blue, white - Dimensions: about 10" x 7" 🌎 Buy Vintage - Save the Planet!!