Lot 124: A Collection of Carlton China Art Deco Hand Painted Tea and Dessert Wares
A collection of fine bone china tea and dessert wares manufactured by Wiltshaw and Robinson under the Carlton China brand. The service features a vibrant Art Deco style hand painted abstract floral and foliate pattern executed in a palette of yellow, orange, red, blue, green, and purple. Each piece is finished with gilded rims, while the cups and jugs feature fully gilded high loop handles. The collection includes a large rectangular twin handled sandwich tray with a scalloped edge, multiple teacups, saucers, side plates, a cream jug, a teapot, and a lidded sugar bowl. The base of the pieces carries the backstamp Carlton China in script over MADE IN ENGLAND in block capitals. A small gilt painter mark or firing blemish is visible in the centre of the base on some pieces.
Condition report:
The service is in good overall condition. There is minor rubbing to the gilding on some handles and rims, consistent with age and use. Occasional surface dirt is present on the foot rims. No significant chips, cracks, or repairs are visible. Several pieces have adhesive lot or price stickers attached to the surface.
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