Blue Willow by Johnson Brothers offers a romantic imagery of a legend based on two Chinese lovers.Deep blue on white the pattern features intricate double borders with a combination of geometric detailing for a fabric like texture.The central imagery depicts a Chinese landscape with bridges, a river, trees, and houses.Two doves - - reincarnations of the fugitive lovers can be seen at the top of the picture, living "happily every after".This 20cm round vegetable is a great way to serve a variety of vegetables or side dishes.Perfect for casual or more formal dining.Durable for everyday use and can go in the dishwasher, freezer, and microwave.Additional accessories and serving pieces available in this pattern.
Designers and makers of tableware for more than a century, England's Johnson Brothers introduced its highly prized and widely collected Willow Blue pattern in 1940.Inspired by an ancient love story, Willow Blue depicts Asian scenes such as boatmen, bridges, temples, flora, and fauna in cobalt blue against a white background.Excellent for special-occasion dining, this 20cm porcelain bowl is handpainted, stands 5.1cm - 1.3cm high, and is suitable for serving vegetables, pasta, salads, nuts, and candy.The bowl is safe in the dishwasher, microwave, and freezer.Willow Blue pieces make wonderful gifts for both beginning and seasoned collectors.--Fred Brack