Vintage Red Cardinal in English Woven Silk - Matted & Framed barker brothers Vintage Square Purple / Plum

Vintage Square Purple / Plum Transferware Plate

of Birmingham England

This plate looks a lot like creamware having an embossed border resembling an open basket weave or trellis with daisies in between

The Dictionary of BLUE and WHITE PRINTED POTTERY: 1780-1880: Volume I

here is a real treat

Vintage Red Cardinal in English Woven Silk - Matted & Framed barker brothers Vintage Square Purple / PlumThis beautiful picture is by Cashs, an English ribbon weaving firm since 1846. Over 100 years ago the Free Trade Bill was passed which put thousands of ribbon weavers out of work and forced them into poverty. One mill owner began making silk bookmarks and pictures using the same looms and skills needed for ribbon making. They became popular and collectible are today still sought out for their unique beauty. The scene depicts a red Cardinal Stunning