Lancaster and Sandland Ltd. was established as Lancaster & Sons Ltd. in Hanley, Staffordshire in 1899 becoming Lancaster and Sandland Ltd. in 1944 and closing permanently in November 1968. They were manufacturers of earthenware at the Dresden Works at an area named Tinkersclough in Hanley, Stoke-on-Trent. From 1944 the business was renamed Lancaster & Sandland when Sandland became a partner in the company. The company went into voluntary liquidation in November 1968.
This item is a porcelain biscuit plate with silver plated carry handle. The item is decorated in the “In An Olde World Garden” pattern with Crinoline lady and gold chintz decor.
Stamped underneath English Ware Made in England Lancaster & Sandland Ltd. Hanley England.
The plate has a hairline from the rim to the handle, as well as a chip on the rim and underneath the rim. The item can be used for display only.
Height with handle: 23 cm, Height of rim: 2.5 cm, Base: 13.3 cm, Rim: 20 cm x 20 cm
