7 Roycroft Arts & Crafts Copper Service Plates, Roycroft Inn at East Aurora NY

A rare and remarkable set of seven Roycroft Arts & Crafts copper service plates, originating from the historic Roycroft Inn in East Aurora, NY, circa 1905. Each plate is a testament to the understated craftsmanship of the Arts & Crafts movement, bearing the distinctive Roycroft Mark—a double-barred cross and circle with the letter “R” enclosed. This mark not only signifies “Roycroft” but also embodies the spirit of “Royal Craft.”

The set is distinguished by its rarity and uniqueness, with each service plate individually signed on the front middle, with the subtle attention to detail that defines Roycroft’s work. Measuring with an outer diameter of 11.5 inches and an interior diameter of 7.5 inches, each masterwork is a harmonious blend of form and function.

This extraordinary ensemble provides a rare opportunity to acquire a piece of Arts & Crafts history directly linked to the Roycroft Inn—a symbol of enduring craftsmanship and cultural significance. 

Provenance: 
This set of plates was acquired from a collection of Roycroft copper articles that, by repute, came from the Roycroft Inn. The collection includes a box retaining the paper label of the Roycroft Inn at East Aurora, New York, Item Reference # LU2592338059062.