Unusual Freeform Ripple handpainted decorative oblong plate

A rare Poole oblong/oval Ripple pattern plate designed by Alfred Read in the 1950's. Abstract and imaginative handpainted decoration – on natural cream base, long gray line snaking from one end to the other with lime dabs in between.

Very good condition, no damage, chips or cracks

12 " (30/5 cm) wide
9 ¼ " (25cm) high
Stamped " POOLE (Dolphin Image) ENGLAND"
Painter’s mark: % 10

Post war production was based almost entirely on the pre-war designs, with the notable introduction of contemporary 'freeform' pieces designed by Alfred Read and Guy Sydenham in 1953/4. As these 'freeform' pieces were hand thrown and hand painted, it would be fair to say that each of them is a one-off. They are sought after by collectors the world over. Distinctive in design and flawless in quality.

[gs]