Preliminary identification
Photo reference
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Overview
This striking octagonal creamer or pitcher by Royal Doulton captures the bold transition into the Art Deco era, featuring rich enamel transfer florals framed by geometric monochrome chevrons. The stamped pattern code D4360 and lion-and-crown backstamp precisely date this piece to the 1920s.
Story
Introduced in the 1920s, Royal Doulton's Hydrangea pattern mixed traditional Victorian floral motifs with modern geometric Art Deco shapes. It gave post-WWI households a fresh, vibrant pop of color.
Maker / Origin
Royal Doulton grew from a modest Lambeth pottery in 1815 into one of Britain's most celebrated ceramic manufacturers. Renowned for innovation, the potteries at Burslem produced landmark art ware that defined key design movements throughout the 19th and 20th centuries.
Condition & Value
Appears in very good vintage condition with minor shelf wear on the foot rim and slight paint rubbing consistent with age. Free of obvious cracks or restored handles, which helps maintain collector value.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.