Carlton Ware
Carlton Ware Figural Lady Cruet Set | Salt, Pepper & Mustard
Carlton Ware Figural Lady Cruet Set | Salt, Pepper & Mustard
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This delightful figural cruet set by Carlton Ware from the 1930s transforms the traditional table condiment set into a miniature work of art. Modelled as a finely dressed lady in soft shades of green and buttercream, her voluminous skirt forms the stand for three matching condiment pots: a salt shaker, pepper shaker, and mustard pot with lid and spoon.
Ideal for styling Spring tablescapes, afternoon teas, or as a conversation piece in a curio cabinet.
Dimensions
Dimensions
1. Lady:
- Height: 12.3 cm
- Length: 10.8 cm
- Width: 13.1 cm
2. Salt and Pepper:
- Height: 4.3 cm
- Diameter: 4.3 cm
3. Mustard:
- Height (including the lid): 4.3 cm
- Diameter: 4.6 cm
- Spoon length: 6.9 cm
Condition
Condition
- Very Good - Overall very good vintage condition with age-consistent character:
- Light crazing present throughout the glaze (common for Carlton Ware of this era).
- One of the cork stoppers shows wear, and the other is partially intact (expected for vintage stoppers).
- Hand-painted details show gentle ageing but remain wonderfully vibrant.
- No cracks or chips noted on the figurine or condiment pots.
- Mustard spoon in good condition with slight expected patina.
*Please review all photographs to appreciate the intricate details and vintage charm.
Additional Information
Additional Information
1. Design & Features
- Figural lady wearing an 18th-century–style gown painted in soft ombré greens and buttery cream tones.
- Three removable condiment pots shaped like miniature domed barrels with applied rosebud finials.
- Includes: Salt shaker, Pepper shaker, Mustard pot with lid, Original mustard spoon
- The lady’s skirt forms the shaped base, with recessed circles to secure the three pots neatly.
- Playful and theatrical — a hallmark of Carlton Ware novelty designs.
2. Craftsmanship
- Made by Carlton Ware, Stoke-on-Trent, England.
- Hand-painted detailing on the figurine’s face, dress trim, and rosebuds.
- Distinctive textured modelling on the condiment pots, creating a tactile basket-weave effect.
- Beautiful example of British novelty ceramics with expressive modelling and soft pastel glazing.
- Marked “Carlton Ware – Made in England – Trade Mark” on the underside, along with the impressed mould number, this piece represents the golden era of novelty ceramics for which Carlton Ware became so beloved.
3. Uses & Versatility
- A functional salt, pepper, and mustard set for the table.
- A standout collectible for Carlton Ware enthusiasts.
- A beautiful statement piece for a cottage kitchen, open shelving, or a vintage sideboard display.
- Ideal for styling Spring tablescapes, afternoon teas, or as a conversation piece in a curio cabinet.
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