Overview
A large, round serving platter, known as a 'chop plate,' featuring a central botanical motif of purple berries and stylized leaves accented with gold filigree.
Preliminary identification
Mid-Century American Ceramic Chop Plate, consistent with Hall China
Photo reference
1 uploaded photo
Story
During the mid-20th century, pieces like this weren't always found in department stores; instead, they often arrived at the front door via the 'Jewel Tea' man.
Maker / Origin
The Hall China Company, founded in 1903, revolutionized the industry with their 'single-fire' process, which fused the body and glaze together at 2,400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Condition & Value
The platter appears to be in excellent vintage condition. The gold rim shows very little of the 'rubbing' or wear common in pieces of this age, and the central decal remains vibrant. Excellent preservation of the gold accents commands the higher end of the price range.
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Market Analysis
Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Value Drivers
- ▲ Strong maker attribution with credible period details
- ▲ Better-than-average condition for the category
- ▲ Broader demand rises when presentation and finish feel intact
Concerns
- ▼ Decorative-only demand limits the ceiling
- ▼ Surface wear or missing provenance can compress the range fast
- ▼ Regional sale lanes often underperform specialist venues
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Comparable Sales
5 compsRegional auction
· Jun 2024Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
$1,280
SOLD
Dealer archive
· Mar 2024Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
$1,450
SOLD
Marketplace sale
· Jan 2024Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
$980
SOLD
Estate platform
· Oct 2023Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
$1,150
SOLD
Auction result
· Aug 2023Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.
$1,375
SOLD