Please be aware that this "very Art Deco" creamer jug does have a flaw ... read the description below for full details
SWINNERTON'S (Hanley England) - Creamer Jug
LUXOR VELLUM was a tradename that was held and used by Swinnerton's
Reg. No, 837606
Circa 1940's ` 1950's
Opaque earthenware, meaning that you cannot see through the piece when held up to a strong light source
Cream coloured background
Splashes of Lime Green around the top rim, Fiery Orange across the top and down the back of the handle.
Artwork around the side comprises two groupings of very "loud" flowers, painted in Fiery Orange and Lime Green - no other colours have been used. Times were tough in the 1940's (for both the pottery works and the general public, due to the War) so anything that "jumped out" and grabbed their attention was a welcome distraction from Wartime life surrounding the folks in England.
Hand decorated
Measurements:
95mm height x 80mm diameter at the widest point (spout to handle)
Mouth is 70mm diameter with a wide 20mm length pouring spout
Weight: 275g
BACKSTAMP DETAILS:
Black printed backstamp
COSMETIC CONDITION:
USED
CLEAN
NO cracks
NO fleabites
NO discolouration
NO damage or wear to the artwork - we wondered about the painting of the handle (Fiery Orange) as it is in parts "patchy" but we have come to the conclusion that this is exactly how it left the works.
NO crazing evident (Wet & Dry tested)
Imperfections/flaws .... nothing is perfect in the world of earthenware/porcelain and this small jug is no exception.
On the top rim, near the top of the handle, there is a small edge chip. The chip in itself is not terribly noticeable but it does allow liquid to be absorbed by the clay, the result is an area of discolouration on the INSIDE of the jug. This discolouration (take a look at one of the photographs) gradually fades over time but will reappear if the area of the chip becomes wet again. As a precaution against bacteria entry to the clay (causing more permanent marks) the area of the chip has been completely sterilised (Iso Alcohol).
NO other flaws were observed at all
