Hartley Greens Leeds Creamware Large Rectangular Tray Pierced Pottery Platter

This is a beautiful tray that can be used for serving or as neutral home decor that is minimalistic and traditional and that complements just about any style of home or dining room. The tray has wear and some marks on the bottom edge that rests on the surface. See photos. Leeds Pottery, also known as Hartley Greens & Co., is a pottery manufacturer that was formed in the 1750's south of Leeds, England. It is known for creamware, which is also referred to often as Leedsware. "It was the "most important rival" in this highly popular ware of Wedgwood. "Many pieces feature openwork made by piercings, or basketwork, which weaves strips of clay together. The quality is beautiful. This is a very hard to find, sought after piece.