Your description hLorna Bailey rare early toast rack, produced at Old Ellgreave Pottery in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent.
An unusual and highly distinctive early piece, the toast rack features five sculptural upright sections in vibrant yellow and orange, set against a glossy black oval base with contrasting cream detailing.
Bold colour, strong geometric shapes and playful Art Deco influences give the piece the unmistakable character associated with Lorna Bailey's work. Unlike many of her later pieces, this early design does not appear to carry a named pattern, making it a particularly interesting find for a collector.
Examples of this design have been described at auction by Sheffield Auction Gallery as a rare early Lorna Bailey toast rack, reflecting its less commonly encountered status.
The piece is hand signed Lorna Bailey to the base.
Designer: Lorna Bailey
Design: Early unnamed toast rack
Pottery: Old Ellgreave Pottery, Burslem, England
Period: Early Lorna Bailey production
Dimensions: To be added
Marks: Hand signed Lorna Bailey
Condition: Presents beautifully and is in very good pre-owned condition. Please see all photographs, which form part of the description.
Packing & Delivery: This piece will be carefully wrapped and securely packed for delivery.ere
Your description hLorna Bailey rare early toast rack, produced at Old Ellgreave Pottery in Burslem, Stoke-on-Trent.
An unusual and highly distinctive early piece, the toast rack features five sculptural upright sections in vibrant yellow and orange, set against a glossy black oval base with contrasting cream detailing.
Bold colour, strong geometric shapes and playful Art Deco influences give the piece the unmistakable character associated with Lorna Bailey's work. Unlike many of her later pieces, this early design does not appear to carry a named pattern, making it a particularly interesting find for a collector.
Examples of this design have been described at auction by Sheffield Auction Gallery as a rare early Lorna Bailey toast rack, reflecting its less commonly encountered status.
The piece is hand signed Lorna Bailey to the base.
Designer: Lorna Bailey
Design: Early unnamed toast rack
Pottery: Old Ellgreave Pottery, Burslem, England
Period: Early Lorna Bailey production
Dimensions: To be added
Marks: Hand signed Lorna Bailey
Condition: Presents beautifully and is in very good pre-owned condition. Please see all photographs, which form part of the description.
Packing & Delivery: This piece will be carefully wrapped and securely packed for delivery.ere
