{"product_id":"antique-bishop-stonier-bisto-ironstone-serving-platter-1894","title":"Antique Bishop \u0026 Stonier Bisto Ironstone Serving Platter - 1894","description":"\u003cp\u003eStep into 1894 with this authentic Bishop \u0026amp; Stonier serving platter from Burslem, England - the heart of Staffordshire pottery country. This is the kind of piece that graced Victorian dining tables when Sunday roasts were serious business and serving platters were built to last generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBishop \u0026amp; Stonier operated from 1891 to 1936, producing quality ironstone and semi-porcelain that combined durability with elegant design. This oval platter from their \"Bisto\" pattern showcases that classic Victorian aesthetic: a beautifully scalloped rim with fluted edges, creamy ironstone that's stood the test of 130 years, and that distinctive backstamp featuring their crowned shield with caduceus.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe platter shows honest signs of its 130-year journey - some crazing, age spots, and patina that prove this isn't a reproduction. These aren't flaws; they're proof of authenticity. This platter has served countless meals, survived world wars, and outlasted the entire Victorian era. That's the kind of durability modern dinnerware can only dream about.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy this Victorian workhorse deserves your kitchen:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic 1894 Bishop \u0026amp; Stonier from Burslem, Staffordshire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\"Bisto\" pattern with distinctive crowned shield backstamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClassic Victorian scalloped and fluted rim design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSturdy ironstone construction - built to actually be used\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect oval size at 31x23.5cm - ideal for serving meats, vegetables, or as a centerpiece\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighs 794 grams of solid English ironstone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge-appropriate patina and wear - proves it's the real deal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for collectors of Staffordshire pottery, Victorian ironstone, or English ceramics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be displayed or actually used (it's survived 130 years, it can handle dinner)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe honest details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaker: Bishop \u0026amp; Stonier, Burslem, England (1891-1936)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePattern: Bisto\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear: 1894\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 31cm length x 23.5cm width\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 794 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: English ironstone\/semi-porcelain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Creamy white with age-appropriate patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Antique with authentic age - shows crazing, some staining\/age spots, and wear consistent with 130 years of life. Structurally sound, no chips or cracks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBackstamp: Bishop \u0026amp; Stonier crowned shield with caduceus, \"BISTO ENGLAND\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for collectors of English ironstone, Victorian pottery, Staffordshire ceramics, or anyone who appreciates the kind of honest, durable craftsmanship that defined 19th-century tableware. This platter has stories to tell - 130 years worth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Maison de L'oro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53010945802583,"sku":null,"price":10.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0988\/4388\/5911\/files\/20260129-164538.jpg?v=1770422093","url":"https:\/\/maisondeloro.com\/products\/antique-bishop-stonier-bisto-ironstone-serving-platter-1894","provider":"Maison de L'oro ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}