Spode Neo-classical Greek Pattern Tazza,

Early-19th Century  

The Spode pottery underglaze blue Greek pattern has an oval-shaped top with a central design of Neo-classical figures presenting items to a seated female figure with urns and shaped panels with neo-classical figures.

Condition Good condition with a tiny frit at 10 o'clock on the front rim.

Dimensions: 11 1/4 inches x 8 1/4 inches x 3 inches

The neo-classical “Greek” pattern, introduced in 1806, catered to the demand for classical subjects created by the Greek Revival style.  The images were taken from “Outlines from the Figures and Compositions upon the Greek, Roman and Etruscan Vases of the late Sir William Hamilton; with engraved borders. Drawn and engraved by the late Mr. Kirk”.  

This was probably the first multi scene pattern introduced at the Spode Factory.   Mark: several piece and covers has a workman's mark of a circle and with an arrow. (Called WMT 1).  

Reference: See http://www.spodeceramics.com/pottery/printed-designs/patterns/zeus-his-chariot for the design.

(Ref: VM98387)