Daisy Makeig-jones Wedgwood Lustre Dragon Bowl, Pattern Z4823, C. 1915

An impressive large Wedgwood lustre bowl from the early Fairyland period designed by Daisy Makeig-Jones circa 1915. The exterior is decorated with an unusual marbled lustre ground blending rose, ochre, green and violet iridescent tones, forming a richly layered shimmering surface. Two long-bodied Eastern dragons in finely engraved matte gold encircle the bowl, framed by a refined Gothic-style gilt border at the rim.

The interior displays warm orange lustre with purplish-red spatter mottling and a fine underglaze crackle network, characteristic of early lustre techniques. Around the sides appear delicate gilt Chinese scholar’s objects including musical instruments, scrolls, vessels and stands, with a richly ornamented central medallion featuring a fantastical creature.

The base is finished in green lustre with a gilt Wedgwood England mark and the pattern number Z4823. A cabinet-size example combining early Z-series rarity, engraved gilding and strong decorative presence.

Please note that the display stand shown is not included.

Height 8.7 cm; diameter 20 cm.
Weight: 625 g.

A small restored chip to the rim. A small loss of green colouring to the base beneath the glaze from manufacture. Gilding and lustre surfaces remain very well preserved overall.

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance.