Vintage Carlton Ware Primula Leaf Dish – Medium Yellow Floral Serving Plate

A beautifully detailed vintage Carlton Ware leaf dish in the classic Primula design, finished in a soft yellow glaze with raised leaf veining and delicate hand-painted flowers.

The clustered primula blooms and gently shaped leaf form give this piece a bright, cheerful feel — a lovely example of Carlton Ware’s playful mid-century style.

The Story Behind the Piece

Carlton Ware, produced in Stoke-on-Trent, is known for its richly glazed ceramics and nature-inspired designs.

The Primula pattern reflects the mid-century love of colour and garden-inspired motifs — small, detailed flowers paired with softly moulded leaf forms, designed to bring warmth and charm to the table.

Details:

• Maker: Carlton Ware
• Origin: England
• Era: c.1940s–1950s
• Material: Glazed earthenware
• Design: Primula
• Colour: Soft yellow with pink floral detail

Condition:

Excellent vintage condition.

• Light crazing consistent with age
• No chips or cracks noted

Measurements:

• Approx. 18–20 cm across

Why we love it:

It’s bright, cheerful, and a little nostalgic — the kind of piece that instantly lifts a table or corner.

Perfect for:

• a small serving dish
• sweets or fruit
• or layered into a vintage display