Wedgwood - William Smith & co - 餐盘 (10) - 107 - 瓷 - 19世纪

William Smith & Co., Mid-19th Century - Counterfeit "Wedgewood" Dinner Plates

10 dinner plates by William Smith & Co., showcasing the beautiful Pattern 107, featuring delicate blue, green, and grey fern leaves. These plates, with a diameter of 24.5 cm, capture the charm of Victorian era botanical design.

Condition: Some imperfections such as fine craquelure, a few yellow spots on some plates. One plate got smal chip see last pictures for reference



William Smith operated the Stafford Pottery at Stockton-on-Tees in Yorkshire from c.1825 to 1855. The firm produced large quantities of transfer-printed ware and had a significant market across the Northsea in Belgium, Holland and Germany.


The "Wedgewood" mark on the bottom tells a fascinating story. In the mid-19th century, William Smith attempted to capitalize on the success of Josiah Wedgwood's famous pottery by stamping his own ware with "Wedgwood" and even using terms like "Queen’s Ware." However, in 1848, Josiah Wedgwood obtained an injunction against Smith, prohibiting the use of the Wedgwood name. To circumvent the restriction, Smith adjusted the spelling to "Wedgewood" (with an E) and sometimes "Vedgwood," creating pieces that remain a curiosity for collectors today.

These plates are a testament to the craftsmanship and competition of the Victorian ceramic industry don’t miss the chance to own this rare piece of history!