Description: England/Portugal Backstamp, Pink Roses Pattern: Desert Rose (England and Portugal Backstamp) by Franciscan Status: Discontinued. Actual: 1985 - 2003 The inspiration for Franciscan's Desert Rose dinnerware has been attributed to Annette Honeywell, a California freelance artist. Based on Honeywell's designs, Franciscan artist Mary Winans modeled the Desert Rose tableware design that would go on to be touted as "the most popular pattern ever made in America." Backstamp Made in England 1995. Great Condition, preowned dishes. No chips, cracks, or crazing. Not in the original box will come individually wrapped in the same box. Ships in one business day of cleared payment. Additional Details ------------------------------ Product description: Description: England/Portugal Backstamp, Pink Roses Pattern: Desert Rose (England and Portugal Backstamp) by Franciscan Status: Discontinued. Actual: 1985 - 2003 The inspiration for Franciscan's Desert Rose dinnerware has been attributed to Annette Honeywell, a California freelance artist. Based on Honeywell's designs, Franciscan artist Mary Winans modeled the Desert Rose tableware design that would go on to be touted as "the most popular pattern ever made in America."