Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ,Brand: Copeland Spode,Color: Blue,Material: Porcelain,Type: Tray,Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1919,Country of Origin: United Kingdom,Antique: Yes Presented is a wonderful quality antique Copeland Spode serving dish or tray, dating to circa 1900. The piece is made in a very involved oblong shape, with a handle at either end in the form of a strawberry and an interesting strawberry texture to the glaze as well. The piece is all hand painted and hand gilded with very ornate decoration, featuring a prominent basket of flowers in the center which are particularly colorful and detailed, some of the most lifelike of this style of painting I have ever seen. The sides have little scrolls in cobalt blue and gold interspersed with cobalt rosettes and reserves with smaller floral sprays. All the painting and gilding is of exceptional quality, executed with remarkable skill. This piece is in excellent condition, particularly considering age and material. The gilding and painted decoration are in great shape. There are no chips, no cracks, no breaks, and no repairs. The piece is stamped on the reverse with the Copeland Spode mark as used circa 1900-1910, as well as the retail mark for T. Goode & Co, the finest china retailer in England at the time. This piece measures about 11 3/4 by 8 by 1 7/8 inches, LxWxH.