Tonquin 8" Oval Vegetable Bowl by Alfred Meakin

Elegant and timeless, this Tonquin 8-inch oval vegetable bowl by Alfred Meakin captures the artistry and tradition of classic Staffordshire design. The red transferware scene features a tranquil countryside landscape — complete with a stately home, graceful bridge, and lush floral borders that frame the pastoral view with English charm.
 
Each piece in the Tonquin pattern was hand-engraved and applied under the glaze, ensuring the rich crimson detail remains vibrant and enduring through generations of use.
 
Details:
Pattern: Tonquin (Red/Pink Transferware)
Maker: Alfred Meakin, Staffordshire, England
Type: Oval Vegetable Bowl (8")
Marking: “Tonquin – Alfred Meakin Staffordshire England – A Hand Engraved Pattern Applied Under the Glaze – Detergent Proof”
Material: Ironstone / Earthenware
Era: Mid-20th century (approx. 1950s–1970s)