Haviland Set of 2 Plates Ranson Mold Artist O. B. Rider Gold & Green 1894-1931

Haviland Set of 2 Plates Ranson Mold Artist O. Rider VIOLETS and NASTURTIUMS, Ranson Blank #1 mold, Artist reversed trim colors of GREEN & GOLD. DESCRIPTION: This is a most eye-catching set. The flowers are beautifully done, but the most interesting feature is in the trimwork. The Ranson mold has a scalloped and embossed feature with 8 of the indented areas.

The nasturtium plate has gold on the outside trim and the dark green on the indentions. The violet plate has the dark green on the outside trim and the gold on the indentions. This makes a dramatic display.

We attribute both plates to the same artist based on the style and quality of painting. Only the nasturtium plate is signed by the artist, O. CONDITION: While this set is classified as used, we can find no chips, nicks, scratches, cracks, hairlines, or repairs.

On the nasturtium plate, there is a small rubbed spot on the gold on the raised area of the embossing. On photo #6, this is between 9 & 10 o'clock on the gold rim. This really is hardly visible looking straight on at the plate and certainly does not detract from its beauty. Otherwise, there appears to be no wear to the gold and no wear to the colors and no crazing. DIMENSIONS: Each plate has a diameter of 8 5/8" and a height of 1".

HISTORY/MARKS : The American-born David Haviland settled in Limoges, France in 1842 operating a porcelain exporting business to the USA. In 1847, he established a decorating studio in Limoges. He started producing porcelain in Limoges in 1865 and decorating it on site. His sons, Charles Edward and Theodore, continued the prosperous business after David's death in 1879. Theodore left to establish his own firm in 1892. Charles Edward continued Haviland & Co. Until his death in 1921. In 1941, Theodore's son, William, was able to obtain the rights to the old Haviland & Co.

Marks and molds and the company was reorganized as Haviland & Co. William retired in 1957 and the company was carried on by his sons. When the sons retired in 1972, management of the company was turned over to the Cerabati Group under the name of Haviland SA. The company remains in business today. Please view all pictures carefully as they are part of the description.

The stand was used as a photo prop and is not part of this listing. See additional international policies below. This is ready to use or display with pride in your home. We strive to have satisfied customers.

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We deal primarily with antique and vintage items. Since these items are of considerable age, normal age appropriate wear can be expected and the items are not "new" or necessarily in "perfect" condition. Listing and template services provided by inkFrog. This item is in the category "Pottery & Glass\Cookware, Dinnerware & Serveware\Plates". The seller is "semloh" and is located in this country: US.

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Brand: Haviland
Material: Porcelain
Type: Decorative Plate
Set Includes: Plate Set
Pattern: Violets & Nasturtiums w/Green Leaves
Color: Multi-Color
Product Line: Decorative Dinnerware
Production Style: Art Pottery
Production Technique: Pottery
Theme: Flower
Time Period Manufactured: 1900-1919
Vintage: No
Handmade: Yes
Origin: Limoges
Country/Region of Manufacture: France
Occasion: All Occasions
Shape: Round
Features: Decorative, Hand Painted
Style: Art Nouveau
Antique: Yes
Finish: Glossy
Number of Items in Set: 2
Original/Licensed Reproduction: Original
Object Type: Charger/Service Plate
Collection: Limoges
Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
Model: Haviland Ranson mold
Artist: O. Rider
Circa: 1894-1931
Color Palette: Purple, Red, Yellow, Gold, Green Trim
Function: Set of 2 Decorative Plates
Manufacturer: Haviland & Co.
PN: PN_1454
Special Decorating Technique: Reverse Trim Gold & Dark Green