De Forest Wisconsin Souvenir, Plate or Plaque, Jack Russell Terrier Dog, I Bark for De Forest Wis, Teal Ombre, Gold Gilding, Edwardian, Gift

Up for grabs today - Charming Wisconsin souvenir plate:

~ Early 1900's collectors plate by Taylor, Smith, & Taylor that features a Jack Russell Terrier dog and an appropriate endorsement for De Forest, Wisconsin

~ Scalloped edge profile, lace like integrated border, and teal green blue ombre color scheme

~ Gold metallic printing or lettering still has a touch of glitter to it - and reads "I BARK FOR DE FOREST, WIS."

~ I believe this shape is actually called a "Normandie Plaque" and can be seen in a 1915 catalog for the company - see picture gallery

Ready and waiting for your enjoyment, collection, display, and/or gift giving - you will love this!

AGE OR ERA: True vintage piece - estimating early 1900's - 1915 to 1920. Edwardian era

MARKINGS: Message outlined above and the back has the Taylor Smith and Taylor TST star mark

METAL/MATERIAL: Considered a Semi- porcelain art ware

CLASP / CLOSURE: x

MEASUREMENTS: Just shy of 8 1/4" diameter

WEIGHT: x

TESTING: x

U.S. RING SIZE: x

HISTORY, PROVENANCE, ANECDOTAL, METAPHYSICAL, SYMBOLISM &/or LORE: In 1899, Joseph G. Lee, Charles. A. Smith, John N. Taylor, William L. Taylor, and Homer J. Taylor founded Taylor, Lee & Smith Company. Lee was one of the partners in Knowles, Taylor, & Knowles. A new plant was built in Chester, West Virginia, between January and June of 1900. The first products were shipped out in January of 1901. The corporate offices were in East Liverpool, Ohio, and uniquely contacted to Chester by a walkway suspension bridge. Lee withdrew from the company in 1901 and the company was renamed Taylor, Smith & Taylor Pottery Company. The firm experienced some financial difficulties and Homer and William Taylor stepped aside. Luckily, Charles Smith and his brother William provided the funds needed to keep the company operating. They continued to use the Taylor, Smith, and Taylor name.

Taylor, Smith & Taylor made a wide range of plain and painted semi-porcelain wares and art wares, such as dinnerware, hotel and restaurant ware, and toilet sets. The company enjoyed a long run of success. Lu-Ray (introduced in 1930), Pebbleford, and Vistosa are three of the company’s most popular dinnerware shapes. In the 1960s, a line of cooking and oven ware was produced. Special commission work ranged from dinnerware premiums for Mother’s Oats to Gigi and Holly Hobby plates for the American Greeting Corporation.

Anchor Hocking purchased Taylor, Smith & Taylor in 1973 and ended production at the former plant in 1982.

JUST FOR FUN - AI DESCRIPTION - (GENERATED BY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE): This antique collector plate features a charming Jack Russell Terrier in Teal color, with a round shape and a diameter of 8.25 inches. The plate is from the early 20th century, specifically between 1911-1940, and has an Edwardian style. It is a part of the Normandie Plaque product line and is a vintage item manufactured in America. The plate is perfect for dog lovers and collectors alike, with its unique design and antique charm. It is a great addition to any collection and is sure to be a conversation starter. Get your hands on this rare piece of history today!

CONDITION: In good antique, pre-loved condition - no actual damage to note. No chips, cracks, etc - just some even overall very minor crazing. See photos. In an excellent state of preservation.

INVENTORY NUMBER OR NOTE: x

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