{"product_id":"lenox-rutledge-oval-platter-1939-1953","title":"Lenox Rutledge 13.5 Inch Oval Serving Platter, Ivory Bone China, Floral Gold Trim, Made in USA","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Lenox Rutledge oval serving platter is an American-made bone china piece, an early-production example made between 1939 and 1953, measuring 13.5 inches long by 10 inches wide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ivory finish, colorful floral decorations, and gold trim are well preserved, with no chips or cracks and a clean surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLenox introduced the Rutledge pattern in 1939, decorating its ivory china with small multicolored flowers and gold accents. The pattern remained in production for decades, making this smaller oval platter a useful replacement piece for a Rutledge dinnerware collection or a serving piece for a traditional table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oval serving platter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eItem Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small oval serving platter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEra:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1939 to 1953\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glazed ivory bone china with gold trim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ivory with purple, yellow, orange, blue, black, and green floral details and gold accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaker and Mark:\u003c\/strong\u003e © LENOX® RUTLEDGE™ MADE IN U.S.A., with gold Lenox wreath and L emblem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePattern or Model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rutledge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional oval serving platter with a fluted rim, colorful floral sprays, and a narrow gold border\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5 inches long x 10 inches wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Scalloped outer edge, deeply fluted border, multicolored floral decorations, gold inner rim, and original Lenox backstamp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCondition Grade: Near Fine\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePositives\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGraded Near Fine:\u003c\/strong\u003e This platter has a clean, well-preserved appearance with no significant damage or wear confirmed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo chips or cracks are present.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe scalloped outer edge is complete, without missing sections or visible breaks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe fluted rim retains its distinct raised pattern around the entire platter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe floral sprays remain colorful, with yellow, blue, orange, and dark flowers surrounded by green foliage and purple accents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe narrow gold line around the serving area appears continuous, with no obvious areas of missing trim.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe broad ivory center has a clean, consistent finish without visible staining.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe underside retains its clear gold Lenox wreath emblem, Rutledge pattern name, and Made in U.S.A. marking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe oval foot ring appears complete in the underside photographs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe platter retains the full decorative border, including its floral designs along the longer sides and rounded ends.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe small particles visible in the original photographs were surface dust and have been wiped away.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIssues \/ Wear\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eNo chips, cracks, or significant wear confirmed.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind more like this in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/collections\/vintage-dinnerware\"\u003eVintage Dinnerware and Tableware\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you collect Lenox Rutledge, this 13.5 inch oval platter offers a matching serving piece with the pattern's colorful flowers, fluted ivory border, and gold trim. If it's the one you've been looking for, it's ready to come home.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Orders $35+ Ship Free","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50872457756927,"sku":"J4-T13-3651","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2503\/7976\/files\/lenox-rutledge-oval-platter-front.jpg?v=1793477909","url":"https:\/\/myreadingvintage.com\/products\/lenox-rutledge-oval-platter-1939-1953","provider":"Reading Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}