{"product_id":"vintage-shelley-maytime-chintz-cake-plate-c-1930","title":"Shelley Fine Bone China 'Maytime' Chintz Cake Plate with Chrome Handle — Pattern No. 8747, c.1938–45","description":"\u003cp\u003eCherry blossom has been a symbol of fleeting beauty for centuries — the Japanese call it \u003cem\u003emono no aware\u003c\/em\u003e, the bittersweet awareness that nothing lasts. Shelley's \u003cem\u003eMaytime\u003c\/em\u003e chintz captures exactly that feeling: pink and white blossoms tumbling across fine bone china in a dense, romantic all-over pattern, the scalloped rim finished in a characteristic rich green painted trim. It is the kind of pattern that stops you mid-sentence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis square cake plate has been fitted with a period-accurate central chrome handle, transforming it into a single-tier tidbit or cake stand — the kind of piece that makes afternoon tea feel like a proper occasion rather than just a cup and a biscuit. Made by Shelley Potteries in Staffordshire, the base carries the hand-painted pattern reference number \u003cstrong\u003e8747\/4\u003c\/strong\u003e alongside the Shelley maker's mark. The 'Fine Bone China' designation on the backstamp points to a pre-1945 production date, placing this piece firmly in the late 1930s to wartime window — a considered addition to a Shelley collection, or a first piece for someone who has just discovered that bone china this fine simply isn't made this way anymore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shelley Potteries, Staffordshire, England\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eMaytime\u003c\/em\u003e Chintz (Cherry Blossom)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8747\/4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e c.1938–1945 (pre-1945 verified by 'Fine Bone China' backstamp designation)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21cm x 21cm | 11 cm tall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 360 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine bone china with chrome handle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood vintage condition. The \u003cem\u003eMaytime\u003c\/em\u003e chintz transfer is vibrant, clear, and bright on the front face. The characteristic green painted scalloped rim is in excellent condition with no major wear. Fine crazing across the glaze, typical for bone china of this era. The original chrome handle is secure and structurally sound; there is a small amount of surface patina where the chrome mount meets the china on both the front and underside, adding honest heritage character. No chips, cracks, or repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease review all photos carefully as they form part of the condition description.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCare\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash only with mild dish soap. Do not soak, use abrasive scourers, or place in a dishwasher or microwave. Avoid sudden temperature changes to protect the glaze and delicate chintz transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Timeless Edit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42459521712174,"sku":null,"price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2808\/9574\/files\/Shelley_Maytime_CakePlate7.jpg?v=1782270408","url":"https:\/\/jacquifink.com\/products\/vintage-shelley-maytime-chintz-cake-plate-c-1930","provider":"Jacqui Fink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}