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Collector Note on Value & Pricing:Please note that this platter features the early, rare "Design Patented" black backstamp, which authenticates it as a true pre-WWII antique from the 1920s–1930s rather than the more common later reproductions. Its premium pricing reflects its age, exceptional size, condition, and high scarcity on the collector's market.
Rare Vintage Lenox China "Ming" Pattern (P16) – Large 14" Chop Plate / Round Platter
Up for sale is an exceptional, highly collectible 14-inch round serving platter (officially classified as a chop plate) from Lenox in the iconic, discontinued "Ming" (Ming Birds) pattern.
This is the largest round serving piece produced for this vintage line and is incredibly hard to find intact. It features a gorgeous Chinoiserie style with a detailed bird, butterfly, and blooming floral branch motif centered on fine ivory porcelain. The wide rim is framed by a stunning blue and gray patterned border and accented with a gleaming gold rim.The underside features the highly desirable, early vintage Lenox black backstamp explicitly marked "DESIGN PATENTED", which dates this specific piece to the 1920s–1930s production era.
Measurements & Details:
Type: Large Round Platter / Chop Plate
Size: Measures exactly 14 inches in diameter (as shown with the ruler in the listing photos).
Perfect for serving large holiday entrees, roasts, or acting as a striking statement display piece for a hutch or table centerpiece.
Condition Details:
Excellent Vintage Condition: No chips, cracks, or heavy crazing.
Surface & Gold Trim: The graphic design is vibrant, and the gold rim trim remains bright and sharp with minimal wear appropriate for its genuine age.