Vintage Louisville Stoneware Serving Platter/oval plate in the Corn Flower or Bachelor Pattern. Made in the state of Kentucky, this heavy well made and hand-painted platter is oval shaped and Stoneware ceramics. Founded in 1815, it is one of the oldest stoneware producers in the United States. It specializes in decorating its pottery with Kentucky Derby and Christmas themes, as well as: Noah's Ark, Primrose, and Pear. 1970 it was sold to John Robertson, a ceramics engineer, who renamed the company to Louisville Stoneware. In July 2007, Louisville Stoneware was sold to Stephen A. Smith (Two Stone Inc.) Some of its old patterns are still in production. Measures: 12.5”X 10” x 1.25” Weight: 2.15 lbs.