Rare Syracuse China Flow Blue BLUE PLUM Pattern Punch Bowl Onondaga Pottery

Description: Onondaga Pottery Flow Blue Blue Plum Punch BowlGorgeous and rare transfer large round flow blue punch bowl in the Blue Plum pattern produced by Onondaga Pottery (Syracuse China). The bowl in this size and pattern is very hard to find. The pattern features a wide decorative cobalt border with a central image of plums and gilt rim. Truly a rare and beautiful piece that is a classic example of American flow blue in a highly regarded pattern. Reference: Syracuse China by Cleota Reed and Stan Skoczen , page 81. According to the book, "Elmer Walter created the design and worked out the technique (new for Onondaga Pottery), and Harlow Pierce was the only person who decorated "Blue Plum". To start, a print from a copper plate was transferred in the usual way to glazed ware. Pierce then shaded the print with a mouth-blown air-brush application of blue cobalt. This was the first time this technique has been used in the department. The ware was placed in saggers with a small amount of flow blue powder (cobalt oxide), which, during the firing, owning to the volatile nature of cobalt, caused the blue to flow and blend into the print. The ware was gilded in another operation. The "Blue Plum" pattern appeared on the Puritan, Imperial and Mayflower shapes. "Blue Plum" apparently was made for the purchase only by employees at holiday times. Although the pottery illustrated it in 1913 in a small booklet directed to homemakers, The World's Most Durable China, there is no record that "Blue Plum" ware was ever sold to the general public.14 1/2" diameter; 8" high Marked O.P.C.O., Syracuse China in green on the base In excellent overall undamaged condition with no chips, cracks or repairs with nice deep color and nice glaze. There may be some typical manufacturing imperfections. The pattern is fully intact with no loss. Although the china appears to have been rarely used, it should be considered in fine estate condition. Combined shipping is available on multiple purchases, if items are purchased within the same day (or close proximity) and can be reasonably packaged together for shipping (e.g., in the same box or same number of boxes). If you are considering multiple purchases and still shopping, please let me know so that I can try to save costs by shipping items together, when possible. I make every attempt to ship as soon as possible once payment clears, generally 3 business days. Large, fragile, or multiple items may take slightly longer to pack and ship properly, so I ask for your consideration for these types of purchases. I use high quality packing materials and will not sacrifice the safety of the item to save on shipping expenses. My primary goal is 100% customer satisfaction and 5 star service. I do my best to provide a complete and accurate description of each item and to provide many different photographs to view the condition of each piece. In the event that an item is not as described or pictured, or there is an error in my listing, I will gladly provide a full refund upon receipt of the item. Please contact me concerning a return within 3 days of receipt of item. Item must be returned intact and in original condition. I leave feedback once it is confirmed that the item arrived safely and that you are completely satisfied with your purchase.If you have any questions or concerns, or need additional information, please contact me by using eBay 'Contact Seller' feature. I make every attempt to respond quickly and to do my best to address any issues to your full satisfaction. I encourage follow-up communication from buyers after the sale and enjoy getting to know you and to discover what you liked about the item. I also use these communications to evaluate the overall merit of the transaction. I am happy to answer general questions on antiques that you may have relative to the merchandise that I offer.

Price: 999.99 USD

Location: Daytona Beach, Florida

End Time: 2024-11-14T15:52:04.000Z

Shipping Cost: 50 USD