Antique C.C. Thompson Francis 6″ Plate

Step back into early 20th-century American craftsmanship with this antique 6-inch plate from the historic C.C. Thompson Pottery Company of East Liverpool, Ohio. Crafted in the classic “Francis” shape—a refined design introduced around 1918 inspired by Haviland’s iconic Ranson pattern—this piece features delicate scalloped edges, subtle relief embossing, and charming vintage floral accents typical of the era’s finest semi-porcelain tableware.

At 6 inches in diameter, this versatile piece traditionally served as a bread and butter, side, or dessert plate within a formal setting. Operating along the Ohio River from 1868 until 1938, C.C. Thompson became renowned for its durable, beautifully decorated tableware. Today, surviving examples of C.C. Thompson pieces are remarkably scarce compared to other Ohio Valley potteries, making this small plate a prized find for ceramic historians and antique china collectors alike.

Item Features & Details

• Maker: C.C. Thompson Pottery Co. (East Liverpool, Ohio)

• Pattern/Shape: “Francis” Shape (Circa 1918)

• Type: 6-Inch Bread & Butter / Dessert / Side Plate

• Material: Semi-Porcelain / Earthenware

• Origin: Made in USA

• Era: Early 20th Century (c. 1910s–1930s)

• Style: Antique American Country / Traditional Floral China