{"product_id":"antique-j-kent-fenton-england-octagonal-exotic-bird-floral-plates-set-of-8","title":"Rare Antique J. Kent Fenton England Octagonal Exotic Bird \u0026 Floral Plates Set of 8 c. 1910-1920s","description":"\u003cp\u003eRare Antique J. Kent Fenton England Octagonal Exotic Bird \u0026amp; Floral Plates Set of 8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in England c. 1910-1920s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Approximately 3\/4\" High x 8 1\/2\" Long x 9\" Wide (point to point).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare and striking set of eight antique octagonal earthenware plates by James Kent of Fenton, Staffordshire, England, dating to the early 20th century, likely circa 1910–1920s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach plate displays a richly ornamented, Oriental-inspired design centered on an exotic bird amid an abundant arrangement of flowering branches, foliage, and fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bird's green and yellow plumage provides a lively focal point against the densely decorated green ground, while pink, yellow, and other multicolored blossoms and clusters of purple grapes create a layered botanical composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe intricate repeat pattern fills the surrounding surface, complemented by the angular eight-sided silhouette and a finely gilded rim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is an especially decorative example of English transfer-decorated and colored pottery in the tradition of early chintz and exotic-bird tablewares.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse bears the J. Kent, Fenton, England \/ Made in England crowned-globe maker's mark. The exact factory pattern name has not been definitively identified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOffered as one complete matching set of eight plates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat antique condition overall for age, with expected surface and gilt wear. All eight have some fading to the gold edging. Six plates are in good antique condition apart from crazing and discoloration on the backs. One additional plate has a hairline crack on its underside, and one plate has an edge chip that has been partially repaired. Please review photos for condition details.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"James Kent (J. Kent), Fenton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68015589327098,"sku":"4004 main cabinet","price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/8614\/4762\/files\/Photoroom_20261030_142020.jpg?v=1793638039","url":"https:\/\/pauljacobsantiques.com\/products\/antique-j-kent-fenton-england-octagonal-exotic-bird-floral-plates-set-of-8","provider":"Paul Jacobs Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}