{"product_id":"antique-waechtersbach-reticulated-creamware-dessert-plates-set-of-9","title":"Antique Waechtersbach Reticulated Creamware Dessert Plates, Set of 9","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis listing is for a charming and increasingly hard-to-find set of nine antique creamware plates attributed to Waechtersbach, Germany. Each plate measures approximately 21 cm in diameter (see final image with tape for confirmation) and is finely moulded in a basket-weave pattern with a distinctive reticulated or pierced rim. The classic warm ivory glaze, combined with the delicately modelled surface, makes these plates ideal both for use and for display in a period interior.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eThe fronts are decorated with a crisply moulded concentric basket pattern radiating from a central medallion with a starburst motif. This closely woven texture catches the light beautifully and is characteristic of late‑19th to early‑20th‑century German creamware influenced by English and Wedgwood basket‑moulded wares. The wide border is fully pierced with evenly spaced elongated slots, giving the plates a light, almost lace-like appearance and allowing the background surface to show through when the plates are hung or set on a contrasting cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverses show neatly finished foot-rims and impressed factory and size marks including the numeral \u003cstrong\u003e1\u003c\/strong\u003e and a combination of letters in a cross formation, typical of Waechtersbach production coding. There is no overglaze printed mark on this group, which is consistent with earlier wares where identification was often by impressed cipher only. The cream body, even, glassy glaze and restrained moulded decoration are all in keeping with German creamware from the late 1800s to early 1900s.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: these plates are antique and show honest age and use. Across the set you will find scattered small glaze imperfections, minor firing specks and typical age-related crazing. Several plates show discoloured crazing and light surface staining within the basket‑weave which is common on older creamware and may respond to sympathetic cleaning if desired. At least one plate has a visible hairline running from the centre toward the rim; another shows an old chip or loss to the outer rim where the reticulated edge has been repaired or is missing a small section. The pierced slots around the borders should be checked individually: a few show minor nicks or roughness to the edges from use. Overall, however, the majority of rims remain intact and structurally sound, and the plates still stack well as shown in the first image.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of their age, these pieces are best regarded as decorative or for light, occasional service rather than everyday dish‑washer use. They display beautifully on a dresser, in a wall‑hung plate arrangement, or as underplates for glass dessert bowls where the basket‑weave moulding can be appreciated. The neutral cream colour harmonises easily with transfer‑printed, floral or plain white tableware and particularly suits farmhouse, country house, or Gustavian‑inspired interiors.\u003c\/p\u003e \n\n\u003cp\u003eThis set of nine offers an attractive opportunity to acquire a coherent group in a desirable pattern: perfect for collectors of Waechtersbach, German creamware, or reticulated ceramics more generally. Please examine all photographs carefully, as they form part of the description, and feel free to message with any questions, requests for additional close‑ups, or measurements if you are considering a specific decorative scheme or restoration project.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Moffitts Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53941508735260,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/moffitts.co.uk\/products\/antique-waechtersbach-reticulated-creamware-dessert-plates-set-of-9","provider":"Moffitts Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}