Royal Doulton - Madras Pattern Blue and White Transferware Plate

This is a classic ceramic dinner plate featuring the 'Madras' pattern produced by Royal Doulton. The piece is a fine example of ironstone or earthenware from around the late 19th to early 20th century (circa 1890-1910). The design utilizes a flow blue or cobalt transferware process, showcasing an intricate Chinoiserie central scene with a prominent multi-tiered pagoda, stylized trees, and figures near a body of water. The rim is heavily decorated with a floral border featuring dense rose and foliage clusters, separated by geometric repeating motifs. The cobalt blue pigment is deep and well-saturated against the white glazed ground, showing some characteristic 'flow' or softening of the lines. Construction-wise, it appears to be a standard circular dinner-sized plate with a slightly recessed center and a raised, flat rim. While the underside is not visible, the 'Madras' name confirms the maker and pattern. Condition-wise, the glaze shows micro-crazing consistent with age, and there appear to be minor signs of shelf wear and potential staining on the right-hand side of the inner border. The craftsmanship is indicative of high-quality English production from the Burslem potteries.