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Description

A very nice collection of eleven Scottish pottery carpet bowls, nineteenth century.

In a variety of striped and sponged patterns.

Physical Dimensions

Height

9cm (3.54")

Width

9cm (3.54")

Depth

9cm (3.54")

Declaration

William Carr Antiques has dated these Scottish Carpet Bowls to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1173311

Description

A very nice collection of eleven Scottish pottery carpet bowls, nineteenth century.

In a variety of striped and sponged patterns.

Physical Dimensions

Height

9cm (3.54")

Width

9cm (3.54")

Depth

9cm (3.54")

Date of Manufacture

William Carr Antiques has dated these Scottish Carpet Bowls to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1173311

About the Dealer

William Carr Antiques

Sellingantiques verified Since Feb 2022

Lover of all things interesting and extraordinary. Furniture - folk art - english country house.

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William Carr Antiques

Telephone 07958 023028

Location

Durham
United Kingdom

Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/chairfinder

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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing

ObjectDecorative Objects
Period19th century
StyleVictorian
MaterialEarthenware, Ceramic
ColourMulticoloured
MotifsTransfer-printed patterns, Geometric check designs, Floral motifs
SizeH 9 cm (4 in) x W 9 cm (4 in) x D 9 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Carpet bowls emerged in the 19th century as an indoor adaptation of traditional lawn bowls, allowing the sport to be played on domestic carpets during inclement weather.

Traditional carpet bowls were primarily made from dense earthenware or ceramic materials, often featuring hand-applied transfer-printed patterns and bright glazes.

Authenticity is identified through characteristic crazing of the glaze, weight, manufacturing kiln marks, and authentic nineteenth-century transfer-ware patterns.

These spheres are typically displayed grouped within wooden bowls or on bookshelves to add texture, historical interest, and colour to interior schemes.

Preserve antique ceramics by keeping them away from direct sunlight, handling them with clean hands to protect the glaze, and dusting gently with a soft dry cloth.