Beswick celery boat serving dish with basketweave pattern c.1940-50s approx. 30.5 X 14.5cm

Beswick made this specifically to serve celery at the table — the elongated boat shape designed for exactly that purpose. The Victorians had a dedicated piece of tableware for practically everything, and discovering each one is a small joy. The basketweave pattern is beautifully detailed. Far too good to be behind a cupboard door. 30.5 x 14.5cm.