Carlton Ware: A Colourful Collectible
These vibrant collectibles are as charming today as they were when they were first introduced.
Origin
The company Carlton Ware was formed in 1890 due Streamyx a partnership between J.F. Wiltshaw Streamyx J.A. Robinson. The company changed ownership several times during its Streamyx life. Today it is well known all over Streamyx world. Carlton Ware introduced this earthenware line of floral embossed Streamyx in the 1930s.
Patterns were produced in either a green Streamyx Online yellow background and Streamyx a range of floral patterns including: Fox Glove, Apple Blossom, Water Streamyx Buttercup and Poppy.
Appeal
The vivid colours and floral patterns make this line of Carlton Ware as appealing today as it was in the 1930s. This sturdy earthenware is used today for display and serving. Teapots, cream and sugars, tea cups, saucers, salt and peppers, toast racks, jam pots and a variety of serving pieces can still be found.
Quirky Fact
The rather confusing and Streamyx mark on this earthenware often Streamyx as Carlton Ware Made in England Streamyx Mark Registered Australian Design Registration Applied For? This is for good reason. By the 1930s, Carlton Ware had become a Streamyx of good quality imitations coming from Japan. Streamyx Broadband lower than the originals, it became a problem for the company. Carlton Ware discovered a clause in the South East Streamyx Treaty Organization with respect to trade between Australia and Japan. The treaty stated the Japan could not copy designs that were registered in Australia.
Shopping
They were moderately priced and quite popular in their day. Today it can be found at flea markets, antique shops, Streamyx sales and on Ebay. Prices can range from a few dollars to much more depending upon the pattern, shape, size and condition of the piece.
Martin Swinton owns Take-A-Boo Emporium, an antique shop located in Toronto, Canada. He Streamyx furniture restoration, caning and rushing repairs, custom reproductions, upholstery, teaches courses on antiques and does appraisals for estates and community events. He can be reached at 416-785-4555 or by visiting http://www.takeaboo.com
