El Rancho

Vintage: [El Rancho Hand-Painted] Pre-Franciscan(1930s) White/Desert Rose Dinner

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The "Original" Desert Rose: A Piece of California Pottery HistoryAvailable for your collection is an incredibly rare, museum-quality 10.75-inch Chop Plate from the elusive El Rancho line. Produced between 1929 and 1939, these pieces represent the true birth of the "Desert Rose" motif—nearly a decade before it was officially trademarked and mass-produced by Gladding, McBean & Co. (Franciscan) in 1941.Historical SignificanceThis design is attributed to the legendary Southern California artist Annette Honeywell. Her "Wild Rose" concept first lived within this El Rancho line during the late Depression era. To the serious collector, the "Hand Painted EL RANCHO" backstamp is the definitive "First Edition" mark, signifying a piece created before the pattern became a global icon.Item DetailsBrand: El Rancho (Pre-Franciscan / Prototype Era)Pattern: Original "Wild Rose" (Desert Rose)Size: 10.75" Diameter (Chop Plate / Large Dinner Platter)Era: 1929–1939Origin: Early California Pottery / Hand-PaintedMaterial: Heavy, artisanal earthenware characteristic of the 1930sWhy This Piece is UniqueArtisanship: Unlike later standardized versions, these early plates feature expressive, dimensional brushwork. You can see and feel the texture of the rose petals and the hand-applied vine rim.Rarity: While 9" dinner plates are found occasionally, the 10.75" Chop Plate was produced in much smaller quantities and is considered an "anchor piece" for any historical California pottery set.Provenance: This is the bridge between 1920s art-pottery and mid-century modern dinnerware.Condition Report[Please refer to photos as these are the exact items to be shipped](Note: Please adjust the following based on the specific plate you are holding)Glaze: Excellent luster with vibrant pinks and deep greens.Integrity: No chips, cracks, or repairs detected.Wear: Minor shelf wear on the base consistent with a 90+ year-old antique. Slight age authenticating hazing on some pieces.Shipping & HandlingGiven the historical value and weight of this earthenware, these plates will be professionally packed. We utilize double-boxing and specialized padding to ensure this 1930s pieces of history arrives at its destination in pristine condition.

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