Art Deco Ceramic Bowl from Burgess & Leigh, England, 1930s

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An English Art Deco ceramic bowl by Burgess & Leigh, crafted circa 1930s for the renowned Burleigh Ware line. This … Read more An English Art Deco ceramic bowl by Burgess & Leigh, crafted circa 1930s for the renowned Burleigh Ware line. This decorative serving bowl exemplifies the era’s stylised natural motifs and geometric precision. Shallow and elliptical in form, it features a raised central design of curling palm trees encircled in relief—echoed at the border by a rhythmic band of deco foliage. Compact side handles complete the silhouette. The surface is ground-glazed in a warm buttermilk yellow, with hand-painted detailing in grass green and earthy brown—colours typical of British ceramics of the period. Measuring 35 cm wide by 25.5 cm long and standing 4.5 cm tall, this vintage Art Deco bowl remains in very good condition with only minor signs of age. Marked to the base with the printed Burgess & Leigh Burleigh Ware stamp, it speaks to the firm’s commitment to quality ceramic artistry during the interwar years. Decorative yet practical, it offers potential as a striking centrepiece or statement serving dish in a curated interior. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
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