VTG Wood & Sons Hunting Scene Fox Hunt Green Transferware Dinner Plate England

A fantastic vintage dinner plate by Wood & Sons in their popular "Hunting Scene" pattern. This piece is a wonderful example of classic mid-century English tableware that celebrates traditional country life. The plate features a dynamic, multi-coloured transferware scene of an English fox hunt. This particular illustration shows two riders in red coats—one on a brown horse and another on a striking dapple grey—accompanied by their pack of hounds. The scene is beautifully framed by a lush, green floral transferware border, a design element popular in Staffordshire potteries of the era. Maker: Wood & Sons, England Line: Alpine White Ironstone Pattern: Hunting Scene Era: Vintage (c. 1950s - 1960s) Dimensions: 10 inches in diameter Condition: Excellent vintage condition. The plate is bright and clean with no chips, cracks, or repairs. The glaze is glossy, and the central transfer decoration is crisp and vibrant. This durable ironstone plate is perfect for display in a home with equestrian or English country decor, for use as a serving plate, or to find a place in a collection of vintage English china. History: Wood & Sons was a prominent pottery in Staffordshire, England, known for producing quality earthenware and ironstone. Their "Hunting Scene" pattern, produced on their "Alpine White Ironstone" body, was a direct and popular competitor to similar equestrian-themed patterns from other potteries like Johnson Brothers during the 1950s and 60s.