19thC ironstone byJames Beech, Staffordshire England in Victorian chinoiserie style. Strong geometric forms, florals, & overlay image of Asian sailing vessel. Marks en verso "J.B.", "Washington", 3/10/1881 registry diamond. Extremely rare set: * 11 plates (10.6" dia) * 11 plates (9.5" dia.) * 9 plates (7.5" dia.) * 2 serving bowls / lids (12"x7.5") * Gravy w/ lid (8"x5") * 5 platters (18"x12.5";16"x13";12"x10";11"x9"; 8.8"x 6.8") Crazing, small chips, discolor,4 stable hairline cracks.