Denby Arabesque England Pottery

Description

A bold and highly collectible large stoneware bowl from the iconic Denby “Arabesque” range, designed in the early 1960s by Gill Pemberton and produced in England.

Introduced in 1963 and produced until 1984, Arabesque remains one of Denby’s most recognisable and enduring designs . The pattern was originally inspired by Eastern European and Russian decorative motifs, reflecting the growing mid-century fascination with global design influences .

This example showcases a particularly desirable variation:

• A warm mustard / ochre glaze interior
• Hand-applied dark brown brushwork accents
• A contrasting deep brown outer band
• Visible throwing rings and kiln character

Unlike more common tableware pieces, this larger serving bowl has a strong sculptural presence, making it equally suited for display as for use.

Denby’s Arabesque line began as a hand-painted studio-inspired range before evolving into a wider production collection, retaining many handmade qualities . This crossover between studio pottery and industrial production is what gives these pieces their enduring appeal.

• Diameter: approx. 30 cm
• Height: approx. 8–10 cm