One of the things I love about the Triangle area is the cultural diversity. The area is home to folks from all over the world because of the universities and because of Research Triangle Park with it’s demand for highly skilled workers in the tech and biotech fields. In addition, the area has a long and rich history of craftsmanship and arts.
Fairly recently, I’ve become fascinated with handmade pottery. I’m truly amazed at the skill and artistic creativity of North Carolina potters... Read Full Story
This 8 ½ inch tall Collin Rhodes South Carolina Pottery Jug sold for $3,508 in September 2009. This jug was made in the early 1850s and it is believed by many that African-American slave women helped decorate these jugs. This slip-applied glaze has decoration consisting of a looped medallion around the symbol “½” Read Full Story
Withstanding time, thanks to their durability, Greek Pottery has been a large key to the world’s comprehension of the ancient Greek society. Mostly found in the Etruscan Tombs, Greek Vases and Greek Pottery preserve much of ancient Greece’s story and mythology. They are the canvases of ancient Greek artisans that still survive to tell their tales Beginning with the Minoan civilization that existed in Crete, the culture made remarkable contributions to Greek way of life; especially, in the... Read Full Story
Red Wing is a leader in Minnesota Pottery. Red Wing Collectors prize the salt glaze jugs. Beehive shapes and doubled handled jugs are always in demand.
Production began in Red Wing, Minnesota in 1861 by John Paul, a German potter. For the next 116 years, clay products were made commercially in the City of Red Wing by a number of companies and individuals, with a wide assortment of products.
RED WING Timeline:
1877 - Red Wing Stoneware Co founded
1894 - Joined Minnesota Stoneware Co... Read Full Story
Glidden Pottery- Thanks to www.jax-deco.com I never cease to be amazed at the variety of items that I have passed by, not knowing their value. Yes, I feel that I am aware of the value of most pottery from the 1950's back, but what about the 1950's forward? Here is where I need to upgrade my knowledge. Today, it was getting late since I spent the day in church and with our company so the question was what to write on at the last minute. It was time to visit that library that has been sitting... Read Full Story
Edward Radford Vases I have found that this business of Antiques and Collectibles never gets dull. About the time I feel comfortable that I know most of what I want to search for in my quest for treasure, up springs a surprise. This happened this weekend at a house sale. Getting there late about 12:00 I encountered something totally new for me. They had closed the sale for 15 minutes and then it was going to reopen with all sales at ½ price. The people standing in line were as surprised as... Read Full Story
Cowan Jazz Bowl - Thanks to www.artknowledgenews.com My last two blogs have come from Leslie Pina's book “Pottery Modern Wares 1920 -1960.” They covered Glidden and Carlton wares but the pottery featured in the book is Cowan. I have written about this company before but I thought it might be good to update the information on this wonderful company. R. Guy Cowan is described as “the man most responsible for the introduction and fostering of ceramic art in this country.” As an employer, Mr... Read Full Story
I live in a fairly remote and rural area and the closest community college I attend has few resources or encouragement for other than basic ceramics exploration. Since I am curious about all the possibilities of ceramics, I have set upon a self-directed course delving full speed ahead into ceramic tangents as I discover them. Reading about various clays, slips, glazes, and under glazes has been peaking my interest into more and more discovery. Recently I made some bowls, plates and... Read Full Story
Carlton " Rouge Royale" - Thanks to www.perfectpieces.co.uk Isn't it amazing what you can find if you go looking? Yesterday, because it was getting late, I pulled a book out of my library and found a company that I wasn't familiar with. After writing the blog on Glidden Pottery, I decided to examine a few of the other companies featured in Leslie Pina's book Pottery – Modern Wares 1920-1960, and found Carlton Ware, that I think you will find of interest. Some of the most beautiful ceramics... Read Full Story
Rookwood Bottom - Thanks to www.dalton.com When most people look at the bottom of a piece of pottery all they are looking for is the name of the person that decorated the piece. I hope this will no longer be you that are members of the 31 Club after you read this blog because now you will have the information you need to decipher the Rookwood bottoms.They are possibly missing what sets that piece apart from others that same size and shape but not you. What could be on the bottom that would... Read Full Story
