Vintage SylvaC Shaving Scuttle with Ships, Made in England White Ceramic, Flying Cloud and Sweepstakes, Barbershop Decor

SylvaC Shaving Scuttle. Traditional ceramic vessel for wet shaving, produced by the British manufacturer SylvaC (Shaw and Copestake) in Stoke-on-Trent.

Object History: Two-chamber scuttles were a technical innovation designed to maintain the temperature of the soap lather. Hot water is poured into the lower reservoir through the side spout, while heat is transferred by conduction to the perforated upper chamber where the soap resides. This specimen features detailed nautical iconography in black on white, representing the famous 19th-century clippers Flying Cloud and Sweepstakes.

Technical Details:
- Period: 1980s.
- Technique: Molded ceramic with lithographic transfer decoration.
- Dimensions: Height: 10 cm (3.94 inches). Total width: 15 cm (5.91 inches).
- Material: Glazed ceramic (earthenware).
- Weight: 330 g (0.73 lb).
- Condition: Excellent preservation. Shows no cracks, chips, restorations, or signs of glaze crazing. The base stamp 'SylvaC Ware, Made in England' is sharp.

Usage and Value: This object represents a piece of interest for collectors of traditional barbering implements or enthusiasts of functional English ceramics from the late 20th century.