Editorial Reviews:
Product Description
This unique engraved and hand-painted pattern speaks of warm family gatherings at Grandma's house and rural small-town beauty. First introduced in 1952, Friendly Village has attracted generations of collectors, and its appeal remains undiminished half a century later. This set of twelve plates depicts twelve different scenes of country life throughout the year.
Amazon.com Review
Initially introduced in 1952, Family Village is a delightful winter pattern sure to become a family heirloom. Traditionally shaped with fluted, scalloped rims, each piece shows a detailed scene of bygone village life. The images look like black-and-white engravings that have been hand-tinted with soft colors, yet instead of being delicate, the earthenware stands up to rigorous daily use in the microwave, freezer, and dishwasher. Harkening to the English tradition but now manufactured in China, Johnson Brothers' Friendly Village continues to charm with its old-fashioned appeal. Twelve 10-1/2-inch plates are included in this set, ideal for self-serve buffet lines or sit-down dinners. Each plate depicts a different scene, with titles as follows: The Lily Pond, Covered Bridge, The Well, Old Mill, Willow by the Brook, Street, Autumn Mists, Village Green, Stone Wall, Sugar Maples, Hayfield, and School House. A full range of matching dinnerware, serving pieces, and enameled steel bakeware and kitchen accessories is available separately for use throughout the holiday season. --Ann Bieri
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