Clarice Cliff Orange Roof Cottage Cigarette Holder / Match Striker c.1932

A wonderful example of Clarice Cliff’s imaginative Art Deco pottery, this Orange Roof Cottage cigarette holder and match striker dates from circa 1932 and showcases the distinctive shapes and vibrant decoration for which the designer remains so highly regarded.

Featuring an unusual two-section form, the piece combines a taller cigarette holder with a smaller adjoining compartment, creating a practical yet wonderfully decorative design.

The hand-painted decoration features a charming stylised landscape with bold blue, green, yellow, orange and purple tones, complemented by strong black outlines and a striking orange rim. The combination of playful colour, geometric styling and unconventional form is characteristic of Clarice Cliff’s celebrated Bizarre range.

Produced during the early 1930s, a particularly creative period in British ceramic design, this delightful piece offers an appealing glimpse into the originality and craftsmanship of the Art Deco era.

A distinctive addition to any Clarice Cliff collection, particularly for collectors of unusual shapes, cottage designs and decorative accessories from the Bizarre period.

Product Details

• Designer: Clarice Cliff
• Pattern: Orange Roof Cottage
• Item: Cigarette Holder / Match Striker
• Date: Circa 1932
• Period: Art Deco
• Material: Hand-painted earthenware
• Origin: England
• Style: Clarice Cliff Bizarre Ware
• Decoration: Colourful stylised landscape with orange rim

An attractive and characterful piece of early Clarice Cliff pottery, combining an unusual functional shape with the unmistakable decorative style of the period.