Antique faience serving platter by Arabia, made in Helsinki during the period when Finland was still part of the Russian Empire.
The softly irregular outline and gently raised rim make the platter suitable for serving, display, or as part of a collection of early Finnish ceramics.
Rare Arabia Helsingfors Mark
The reverse carries a rare Arabia factory mark featuring the two-headed eagle of the Russian Empire with the Finnish lion coat of arms on its chest and the inscription Arabia Helsingfors.
The platter also has the impressed factory marking Arabia ZJ.
These markings date the piece to 1887 to 1910 and place it among the early production of Arabia in Helsinki.
Details
Maker: Arabia Country: Finland Period: 1887 to 1910 Material: Faience ceramic Colour: Warm ivory Marking: Arabia Helsingfors imperial eagle mark Impressed marking: Arabia ZJ
Length: 22.5 cm Width: 18 cm
Condition
Antique condition consistent with age. The glaze shows extensive fine crazing. There are signs of wear on the underside, including fine surface hairlines, along with other minor traces of age and use. Please, refer to the photos.
