Burleigh Ware Gallery

Burleigh Ware is now being produced by the Burgess, Dorling & Leigh. The company was originally established as Hulme and Booth in 1851, and renamed Burgess & Leigh in 1877, after the founders Frederick Rathbone Burgess and William Leigh. Under the name Burleigh Ware the company started making Art Deco pieces. These brightly coloured and hand-painted designs were very successful.

Along with the Art Deco ware, the pottery also became well-known for relief-moulded jugs with sculptural handles in the form of animals, birds and figures. A small selection of these jugs are included in this gallery. These pieces have a wonderful sense of eccentricity and a touch of kitsch.

Burleigh Ware Dragon Handled Jug c.1930

Stunning and striking Burleigh Ware novelty jug with Dragon handle in rare colourway of black, yellow, green and orange. A wonderful and very unusual looking piece.

Condition is excellent. The jug is 20 cm in height. Design is extremely clear and bright. There are no chips, cracks or marks. Burleigh 'Beehive' backstamp on base and design no 7013. 

£120

Burleigh Ware Kingfisher Handled Jug. c.1930

Burleigh Ware novelty jug with Kingfisher handle c1930. The jug measures 20cm in height. It is a stunning piece in lovely condition.

Burleigh Ware 'Beehive'  backstamp on base.  Condition is truly excellent with no chips, cracks or marks. Beautiful, clear bright colours. Pattern number 7015

£75