Banana Tree 2214 by Spode - Antique Early 19th Century Imari Style Dessert Dish

Manufactured by Spode from 1810 to 1815, Banana Tree is an Imari style dessert dish with blue, iron red and gold accents. The footed dish is 14" long and 3.75" tall at center and 4.75" tall at each end. It has no chips or cracks. There is a small speckled area as pictured, but I'm not sure if that is part of the pattern or a flaw from its age. This piece is priced $200 lower than the least expensive one I've found. Additionally, none of the others I've found have the pattern on the bottom surrounding the foot also as pictured.

Before I list an item I do extensive research to identify its pattern, date manufactured, and authenticity. I also inspect each item very closely and disclose any imperfections I see, but my items are mostly vintage, gently used pieces, and there may be a flaw I missed or even a mistaken pattern name or manufacturer given. Please look very closely at all the photographs as they are part of the description.