Offered is a set of 44 ceramic dinnerware pieces in the iconic Desert Rose pattern from Franciscan Earthenware. Franciscan Pottery dates back to 1934 in Los Angeles, California when Gladding, McBean & Co. started making ceramic tableware and tiles. Originally known for their bright casual earthenware, Franciscan quickly expanded their production to include fine china collections. The set includes
11 coupe cereal bowls 6" diameter, 1.875" tall
8 salad plates 7.875" diameter, .875" tall
6 oatmeal bowls 5.5" diameter, 2.5" tall
5 crescent salad plates 8" long, 5.25" at widest point, .875" tall
5 fruit/dessert (sauce) bowls 5.25" diameter, 1.25" tall
5 china sherbert bowls 4" diameter, 2.5" high, 2.5" base diameter
1 creamer 4.25" tall, 4.5" 3.5" diameter
1 sugar bowl no lid 5.75" handle to handle, 3.75" diameter, 3" tall
1 sugar bowl with lid 5.75" handle to handle, 3.75" diameter, 4" tall
1 butter top no plate 5.75" long, 2.75" wide, 3" tall
Franciscan was originally sold under the name Franciscan Pottery and used bright colors in the design and production of earthenware pieces in the style of the American Southwest. The name Franciscan is an allusion to Franciscan monks and reflected the simple, informal style of Mexican folk pottery.
The Desert Rose pattern from Franciscan earthenware is one of their all time most popular patterns. They are a soft pink and vibrant jungle green on a cream base and a sage colored scalloped edge. Please note that there are color variations due to the hand painted nature of the plates.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: There are some signs of crazing on the plates and 2 of the fruit bowls have small nicks, see detailed pictures. The rest show very minimal signs of wear with no nicks, chips, scratches, cracks, or utensil marks. Any wear is commensurate with use.

Origin:
United States

Creator:
Brand: Franciscan China

Materials & Techniques:
Ceramic

Details:
Country of Origin: United States
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; There are some signs of crazing on the plates and 2 of the fruit bowls have small nicks, see detailed pictures. The rest show very minimal signs of wear with no nicks, chips, scratches, cracks, or utensil marks. Any wear is commensurate with use.