Decorative plate with tribal artwork design.

African Art Ware Plates

  • Years: July 1941 – August 1942

The 14 inch Chop Plate from the Provincial line was used to produce a series of art ware plates that were intended to be hung on a wall. Three different African native caricature scenes were produced on two background colors, tan or light blue. The foot ring on the back of these plates had two small holes through which a hanging wire could be strung. These plates were sold as decorative art pieces, not as dinnerware. These art ware plates did not sell well and were produced for only one year. They are hard to find today.

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