Enoch Wedgwood Surrey Bowl Appraisal

Enoch Wedgwood (Tunstall) Ltd. Surrey Pattern Bowl

The item is a small ceramic bowl, currently obscured by clear plastic wrapping, which suggests it is either new, recently purchased, or being protected during storage or transport. The visible portion of the item's base reveals a backstamp in dark blue ink on a white ceramic surface. The backstamp is circular and prominently features the text "ENOCH WEDGWOOD (TUNSTALL) LTD" curving along the top edge. Below this, at the center, is a detailed graphic of a unicorn, which is the established trademark for this company. Further text below the unicorn reads "ENGLAND", "TRADE MARK", and "FOUNDED IN 1835", with "SURREY" at the very bottom. The 'FOUNDED IN 1835' refers to the original company that Enoch Wedgwood (Tunstall) Ltd. acquired. The presence of the unicorn trademark suggests a manufacturing period primarily after 1965, when Enoch Wedgwood (Tunstall) Ltd. began using this specific mark, up until the company's eventual acquisition by Josiah Wedgwood & Sons Ltd. in 1980. The 'Surrey' designation indicates the specific pattern name, which, given the user's provided context of 'pretty flower pattern,' is likely a transferware design featuring floral motifs. The bowl appears to be made from earthenware or ironstone, typical materials for Enoch Wedgwood, known for its durability and often decorated with transfer prints. Although the full pattern is not visible, the quality of the backstamp suggests standard commercial pottery production. No visible condition issues are discernible from the image due to the protective wrapping, but the clarity of the backstamp indicates it is likely in good to excellent condition beneath the plastic. This piece represents a segment of British pottery history, showcasing a specific manufacturer and their branding during the mid-to-late 20th century.