USS Stewart: Officer's Mess by auntietk
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The heavy china they used on board ship has such a presence about it ... an attitude, even. It was undoubtedly practical, utilitarian, and nigh unto unbreakable, but there's something about its simplicity and heft that pleases me.
Bill and I met up with Jock (jocko500) tonight for dinner, and afterward got to tour the gallery where he hangs his paintings. What a great evening! Thanks, Jock! :)
Comments (19)
jocko500
yes it was a wonderful time and thanks for stopping by. you all come back again. cool looking stuff
Wolfenshire
You are correct, I miss the feel of military dining ware. There is something basic about the chow hall. It is a place of chaotic peace and safety. It was always that one moment of refuge in an otherwise stormy day.
Faemike55
Great capture! Enlisted had those trays but still.... Sounds like you had a great time with Jock
wysiwig
Which one does not belong? Nice contrast between the plan plates and the simple decoration on the cup.
kgb224
Amazing capture Tara. God bless.
durleybeachbum
A most satisfying composition. I would have chosen bigger finger holes had I been the household goods commissioner!
photosynthesis
You can still find dishes like that in old fashioned diners. Like you, I admire it's simplicity & lack of pretension...
jayfar
The crocks are straight and to the point!
Juliette.Gribnau
well seen and captured
sossy
interesting still life of an unusual place! ;o)
helanker
Yea, I know what you mean. I like this shot very much.
Adobe_One_Kenobi
Fantastic shot Tara. In the RAF we used to sing a song that went. "She was only a flight sergeants daughter, but now she's an officers mess" LOL
SunriseGirl
I also like this substantial earthenware. Very nice capture.
RodS
You know.... I'd love to have one of those! I guess I'll just go get a cuppa instead. A wonderful shot, Tara!
MrsRatbag
Hey, I have some of that same crockery, white with a green stripe around the edge. You make it look much nicer!
aksirp
...and you taked this with a perfect POV!
FredNunes
Great idea, very well composed!
moochagoo
Excellent idea and composition.
Silgrin
Great, it has a lot in common with the Communist-era school cafeterias and popular eateries ("milk bars") all around in Poland and other countries. I spent years using this type of "substantial" ware:) It has distinct, unique beauty. Funny how similar can be the memories from the opposite sides;)