Carlton Ware Twin-Handled Lustre Vase – Exotic Bird & Willow Design, England c.1920s–30s

Elegant twin-handled Carlton Ware vase featuring rich ruby lustre glaze with hand-enamelled exotic bird in flight among stylised willow branches. The surface displays the classic Carlton Ware iridescent lustre finish, shifting from deep oxblood red to warm golden bronze depending on the light.

The finely detailed bird, delicate gilt linework, and distinctive double handles reflect the strong Orientalist influence popular in English decorative arts during the early 20th century.

A refined and highly displayable example from one of England’s most celebrated ceramic makers.

Maker

Carlton Ware, Stoke-on-Trent, England
Stamped mark: Carlton Ware – Made in England

Date

Circa 1925–1935

Dimensions

• Height: approx. 20 cm

• Width (handle to handle): approx. 14 cm

• Diameter: approx. 10 cm

Condition

Excellent vintage condition.

• No chips or cracks

• Minor age-related wear to base rim

• Gilt and enamel decoration well preserved

• Fine glaze crazing visible to base, typical of period Carlton Ware

Features

• Twin handled classical form

• Ruby lustre glaze finish

• Hand-enamelled exotic bird decoration

• Hand-applied gilt detailing

• Authentic Carlton Ware mark

• Strong Art Deco / Orientalist influence

Collector Notes

Carlton Ware lustre pieces from the interwar period are highly regarded for their rich colour, technical finish, and distinctive decorative style. Bird and landscape motifs remain among the most desirable patterns.

Styling

Perfect as a cabinet piece, mantel display, or grouped with other English lustreware or Art Deco ceramics.

Shipping

Carefully packed and shipped Australia-wide.
Local pickup available from Northam Secondhand.