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Rare Wedgwood "Ordinary Lustre" Bud Vase Trio, Daisy Makeig-jones Dragons, C. 1915, Model Z4831
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Rare Wedgwood "Ordinary Lustre" Bud Vase Trio, Daisy Makeig-jones Dragons, C. 1915, Model Z4831

1900 - 1920
Description

A rare and elegant trio of Wedgwood porcelain bud vases designed by Daisy Makeig-Jones around 1915. These vases belong to the early and highly collectible “Ordinary Lustre” series – the direct precursor to her iconic “Fairyland Lustre” line, which would go on to define Wedgwood's most fantastical and imaginative ceramic creations.

Each vase is individually hand-painted with golden dragons against shimmering lustre glazes. Two of the vases are finished in a mottled powder green, while the third is in a marbled powder blue. The interiors are coated in a pearlescent mother-of-pearl glaze and the rims feature finely painted gilt borders – a characteristic of Makeig-Jones’ early decorative style.

All three vases bear the Wedgwood Portland vase mark and are printed “Wedgwood England.” Each is hand-numbered with the pattern number Z4831, although one of the numbers is partially worn due to age. These vases form a harmonious matching set – rare in both composition and condition, particularly given the fragility of lustre porcelain over a century old.

This particular pattern (Z4831) was part of the first ten lustreware series released by Wedgwood in 1914. Daisy Makeig-Jones’ early designs were produced in very limited quantities, and complete examples such as this are seldom seen on the market today. Their artistic and historical value continues to grow, making them highly desirable among collectors of early 20th-century studio pottery and English decorative ceramics.

Measurements

Height (each): 10.8 cm / 4.25?

Rim diameter: 6.2 cm / 2.44?

Condition

Excellent antique condition. No chips, cracks, hairlines, or restoration. One vase shows minor natural age-toning within the glaze; another has light softening of gilding on the dragon’s tail. Both are subtle and mentioned only for accuracy. Overall, a well-preserved and extremely rare matching trio.

Shipping & Packaging

-Shipped fully tracked and insured.

-Shipping cost includes professional packaging, handling, and postage.

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Physical Dimensions
Height
10.8cm (4.25")
Width
6.2cm (2.44")
Depth
6.2cm (2.44")
Declaration

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this Wedgwood Dragon Lustre Vase to the 1920s.

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SA1133742
Description
A rare and elegant trio of Wedgwood porcelain bud vases designed by Daisy Makeig-Jones around 1915. These vases belong to the early and highly collectible “Ordinary Lustre” series – the direct precursor to her iconic “Fairyland Lustre” line, which would go on to define Wedgwood's most fantastical and imaginative ceramic creations.

Each vase is individually hand-painted with golden dragons against shimmering lustre glazes.

“
Two of the vases are finished in a mottled powder green, while the third is in a marbled powder blue.
Gillers Antiques Ltd

The interiors are coated in a pearlescent mother-of-pearl glaze and the rims feature finely painted gilt borders – a characteristic of Makeig-Jones’ early decorative style.

fig 1. A trio of small blue iridescent ceramic bud vases featuring gilded dragon motifs and flared upper rims.
fig 1. Rare Wedgwood "Ordinary Lustre" Bud Vase Trio, Daisy Makeig-jones Dragons, C. 1915, Model Z4831

All three vases bear the Wedgwood Portland vase mark and are printed “Wedgwood England.” Each is hand-numbered with the pattern number Z4831, although one of the numbers is partially worn due to age. These vases form a harmonious matching set – rare in both composition and condition, particularly given the fragility of lustre porcelain over a century old.

fig 2. A trio of small blue iridescent ceramic bud vases featuring gilded dragon motifs and flared upper rims.
fig 2. Rare Wedgwood "Ordinary Lustre" Bud Vase Trio, Daisy Makeig-jones Dragons, C. 1915, Model Z4831

This particular pattern (Z4831) was part of the first ten lustreware series released by Wedgwood in 1914. Daisy Makeig-Jones’ early designs were produced in very limited quantities, and complete examples such as this are seldom seen on the market today. Their artistic and historical value continues to grow, making them highly desirable among collectors of early 20th-century studio pottery and English decorative ceramics.

fig 3. A trio of small blue iridescent ceramic bud vases featuring gilded dragon motifs and flared upper rims.
fig 3. Rare Wedgwood "Ordinary Lustre" Bud Vase Trio, Daisy Makeig-jones Dragons, C. 1915, Model Z4831

Measurements

Height (each): 10.8 cm / 4.25?

Rim diameter: 6.2 cm / 2.44?

Condition

Excellent antique condition. No chips, cracks, hairlines, or restoration. One vase shows minor natural age-toning within the glaze; another has light softening of gilding on the dragon’s tail. Both are subtle and mentioned only for accuracy. Overall, a well-preserved and extremely rare matching trio.

fig 4. A trio of small blue iridescent ceramic bud vases featuring gilded dragon motifs and flared upper rims.
fig 4. Rare Wedgwood "Ordinary Lustre" Bud Vase Trio, Daisy Makeig-jones Dragons, C. 1915, Model Z4831

Shipping & Packaging

Shipped fully tracked and insured.

Shipping cost includes professional packaging, handling, and postage.

Please review all photos carefully as they form an integral part of the description

Height
10.8cm (4.25")
Width
6.2cm (2.44")
Depth
6.2cm (2.44")
Date of Manufacture

Gillers Antiques Ltd has dated this Wedgwood Dragon Lustre Vase to the 1920s.

Reference Numbers
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Archive I A trio of small blue iridescent ceramic bud vases featuring gilded dragon motifs and flared upper rims.

Rare Wedgwood "Ordinary Lustre" Bud Vase Trio, Daisy Makeig-jones Dragons, C. 1915, Model Z4831

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A trio of small blue iridescent ceramic bud vases featuring gilded dragon motifs and flared upper rims.
Rare Wedgwood "Ordinary Lustre" Bud Vase Trio, Daisy Makeig-jones Dragons, C. 1915, Model Z4831
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A trio of small blue iridescent ceramic bud vases featuring gilded dragon motifs and flared upper rims.
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FAQs

Wedgwood lustre ceramics refer to a line of decorative art pottery introduced in the early 20th century, characterised by iridescent metallic glazes and detailed surface gilding.

Lustreware is constructed from a fine ceramic or bone china body, coated with metallic oxide glazes, and fired at low temperatures to produce an iridescent finish before being decorated with liquid gold gilding.

Authentic pieces typically feature manufacturer backstamps or printed marks on the base, alongside painted pattern or model reference numbers and refined gilded detailing.

These decorative items can be displayed as a grouped trio on a sideboard, placed inside a lighted display cabinet, or arranged on a mantelpiece where natural light can highlight the iridescent surface glaze.

Clean pieces gently using a dry, soft microfibre cloth to remove dust, avoiding abrasive chemical cleaners, prolonged water immersion, or aggressive polishing that could wear away the gilded finish.
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