Vintage Serving Platter by Formalities Baum Bros

  Vintage Formalities by Baum Bros Black & White Floral Serving Platter

 Elegant • Collectible • Timeless Chintz-Style Design

 Add a touch of classic charm to your home with this striking Vintage Serving Platter by Formalities (Baum Bros). Featuring an all-over black and white floral print, the design echoes the look of modern chintz-style and toile-inspired patterns. Beloved for their detailed blossoms and bold contrast.

 The platter is beautifully shaped with wavy, scalloped edges, each rim accented in gleaming gold trim for a sophisticated finish. Its rectangular form makes it perfect for serving, displaying, or gifting.

  Key Features

• Rectangular shape with decorative scalloped/wavy edges
• Gold-trimmed rim for a refined touch
• Crafted from glazed porcelain
• Marked “Formalities by Baum Bros [Made in China]

  Fun, Facts!!

- Chintz originated in India as a printed, multicolored floral cotton fabric that became highly fashionable in Europe beginning in the 16th century.

- The word chintz comes from Hindi roots meaning spotted or variegated.

- While traditional chintz was textile, its floral aesthetic became popular across ceramics, wallpapers, and home décor in the 19th–20th centuries. Influencing designs like this platter.

- Baum Bros (Formalities line) produced decorative porcelain pieces primarily in China, often with European-inspired patterns designed for the American giftware and home décor market.

 This platter blends vintage charm, bold floral artistry, and eye-catching contrast. Making it perfect for collectors of classic patterns, fans of chintz and toile décor, or anyone who appreciates timeless statement pieces.