Vintage 1940s Priscilla Bread Plates by Homer Laughlin for Household Institute - Set of 4 circa 1949 The Best of Times by Ludwig Bemelmans an art book and also

an art book and also a natural history chronicle of what was blooming and where

and attracting what you seek

this cookbook also holds another interesting story  - a stamp on the inside cover bearing the signature of Ronald W

This trio would also feel right at home in your mudroom

Vintage 1940s Priscilla Bread Plates by Homer Laughlin for Household Institute - Set of 4 circa 1949 The Best of Times by Ludwig Bemelmans an art book and alsoThe name Priscilla means respectful. In particular, respectful of age, wisdom, and or character. In other words a perfect moniker for 75 year old dishes. {HISTORY} Made in 1949 by Homer Laughlin in West Virginia for the Household Institute, this set of four bread plates features the Priscilla pattern in the Republic shape. With a scalloped edge, a gold rim, delicate embossing, and a series of pretty florals, this pattern was once part of a grocery