T. & R. Boote's durable white ironstone body must have made their "Summertime" pattern a favorite among everyday wares for several generations. The pattern is a Japanesque arrangement of weeds and butterflies framed within an intricate chain-link border pattern hugging the very edge of the plate.

The 8 3/4 inch diameter of these plates is an ideal size, not only for salad but also for a light supper or nighttime snack.