Royal Doulton “Floral L” Pattern D4902 Plate – Art Deco Ceramic – England c.1934

Vintage Royal Doulton Pattern D4902 “Floral L” Plate – Circa 1934

A striking and highly collectable Royal Doulton “Floral L” Pattern D4902 plate, produced in England during the 1930s. Featuring bold geometric styling and vibrant floral motifs, this beautiful piece perfectly captures the elegance and innovation of the Art Deco period.

Decorated in a rich palette of cerise pink, emerald green, golden yellow, deep cobalt blue, and black, the design showcases stylised floral forms arranged in a balanced geometric pattern. The clean lines, vivid colours, and modernist aesthetic make this pattern one of Royal Doulton’s most distinctive decorative wares from the interwar years.

Produced around 1934, Pattern D4902 belongs to Royal Doulton’s sought-after “Floral L” series, reflecting the influence of the Art Deco movement that transformed decorative arts during the 1920s and 1930s. Today, these ceramics are admired by collectors for their bold design, quality craftsmanship, and timeless decorative appeal.

Features

• Maker: Royal Doulton
• Pattern Number: D4902
• Pattern Name: Floral L Series
• Origin: England
• Date: Circa 1934
• Material: Fine earthenware
• Style: Art Deco
• Decoration: Stylised geometric floral design in vibrant colours
• Colours: Cerise, green, yellow, cobalt blue, black, and ivory

Condition

Presented in very good vintage condition.

• Bright, vibrant colours with excellent gloss.
• No chips, cracks, or repairs observed (unless otherwise noted).
• Minor surface wear consistent with careful age and handling.
• Please examine the photographs carefully as they form part of the description.

About Royal Doulton

Founded in 1815, Royal Doulton became one of Britain’s most celebrated ceramic manufacturers, earning an international reputation for quality and innovation. During the 1930s, the company embraced the fashionable Art Deco movement, producing a range of boldly decorated tableware and cabinet pieces that reflected the optimism and modern design trends of the era.

The Floral L series is especially admired for its dramatic use of colour and stylised botanical motifs, making surviving examples increasingly desirable among collectors of Art Deco ceramics.

Why Collect Pattern D4902?

• Authentic Royal Doulton Art Deco design
• Desirable Floral L series
• Produced circa 1934
• Bold geometric floral decoration
• Vibrant original colour palette
• Ideal for collectors of Royal Doulton, Art Deco pottery, and vintage English ceramics
• Beautiful display piece for any home or collection

Whether displayed as a cabinet plate, incorporated into an Art Deco collection, or enjoyed as a decorative statement piece, this Royal Doulton Pattern D4902 “Floral L” plate is a wonderful example of British ceramic artistry from one of the most exciting periods in decorative design.

A beautifully preserved piece of 1930s Royal Doulton craftsmanship, celebrating the bold colours and elegant geometry of the Art Deco era.