Vintage 1978 decorative plate

The Samurai Calendar Plate Eighth Series

This is a 1970s large ceramic Wedgwood calendar plate that is beautifully designed. This plate has the year 1978 in colourful typography with a Japanese themed illustration and the calendar for that year. Perfect birthday present for those born in 1978. Comes with original box. Excellent condition.

Diameter: 10in/35cm

Makers marks on reverse: Samurai of Etruria & Barlaston Wedgwood Made in England Calendar Plate Eighth Series. Originally the select bodyguard to the Emperor of Japan in the Middle Ages , the Samurai warriors became the leading class of society in 17th Century Japan, dedicated to their feudal code of conduct, Bushido.