Vintage Burleigh Ware Creamware Serving Bowl - Burgess & Leigh

Key Details

Item / Title:
Vintage Creamware Serving / Salad / Soup Bowl with Gilt Band

Maker / Brand:
Burgess & Leigh
(Burleigh Ware)

Origin:
Middleport, Stoke-on-Trent, Staffordshire, England

Year / Era:
Mid–late 20th century
(Backstamp references the company’s founding year: 1851)

Pattern / Decoration:
Creamware with gilt floral band and fine line detailing
(Pattern name unrecorded)

Materials:
Earthenware / Creamware ceramic with applied gold gilt

Dimensions:

• Diameter: approx. 15.5/16 cm
• Height: approx. 6 cm

Format / Type:
Serving bowl / salad bowl / display bowl

Markings / Stamps:

• Printed backstamp:
• Burgess & Leigh – Burleigh Ware – Estd. 1851 – Made in England
• Impressed factory marks visible to base

About:

Founded in 1851, Burgess & Leigh has operated continuously to put out high-quality and heritage-infused pieces from first Burslem to then Middleport, Stoke-on-Trent; known as the historic heart of English pottery, where they continue to operate today. 

Trading as Burleigh Ware, the company is known for its commitment to traditional English ceramic and earthenware production, combining durability with refined decorative finishes, and their mission has long centred on producing practical, well-made tableware rooted in heritage craftsmanship. 

This simple yet elegant bowl reflects that balance of everyday function and classic English elegance, and would fit well into any existing collection. With a great history and practical usage, this piece really is a must have.

Condition

Condition: Good vintage condition.

• Widespread age-related crazing, typical of creamware
• Light wear and soft patina to the gilt band consistent with age
• One small glaze firing blemish to base (shown in photos)
• No cracks or repairs observed

Photos form part of the description – please examine them closely.

Postage & Handling

📦 Carefully packed to ensure safe arrival
🚚 Dispatched within 1–2 business days of cleared payment
📦 Combined postage available on request
📍 Local pickup available (Heidelberg, Victoria)
🌍 International shipping available on request

Returns & Authenticity

• All items sold as described
• Returns accepted only if significantly misrepresented
• Guaranteed genuine vintage Burleigh Ware (Burgess & Leigh)

Important Information

• Vintage items may show signs of age and prior use
• Vintage ceramics may not meet modern food-safety standards
• Colours may vary slightly due to lighting or screen settings

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