Sunshine Petals - Shelly

Name: Shelly " Sunshine Petals"
 
Type: Milk Jug/Small pitcher 
 
Year: Circa 1934–1945
 
Set: No
 
Mark: Shelly - Shelly England , Ideal China . Rd No.795072
 
History: This bone china creamer was produced by Shelley Potteries Ltd., Staffordshire, England. The backstamp and registration number 795072 correspond to the “Ideal China” body shape introduced in the early 1930s. The design showcases a vibrant hand-painted yellow floral motif with subtle pastel green accents and brown leaves. The pattern number “C.S. 071” is a Shelley code for a specific pattern, though not among their mass-produced lines—suggesting a limited or seasonal series.
 
 
The yellow-rimmed handle and trim add Art Deco influence, consistent with early-mid 20th-century design preferences. The registered design number was filed in 1934, narrowing production between the mid-1930s to early 1940s, just before the wartime ceramic restrictions.
 
 
The jug does have minor wear and a faint internal hairline crack , which may slightly affect its value to collectors. However, the rarity of the floral design and its decorative appeal still make it desirable, especially among Shelley collectors.
 
Flaws: Crack on the side