This is a fine example of early redware pottery, found in West Virginia and made in that area circa 1850. The shape of this beehive jug starts out as ovoid below the thick  More »

This is a fine example of early redware pottery, found in West Virginia and made in that area circa 1850. The shape of this beehive jug starts out as ovoid below the thick collar of the mouth, then follows a straight line down to the base. This puts the date some decades later than the true ovoid jug; potters began using the beehive shape because it was easier to pack side by side for transporting and quicker to make. The red clay body is covered by a reddish brown slip which did not cover a small area at the base (photograph #2) and as usual was not used on the bottom. The thick strap handle, pulled rather than applied, was fixed to the body of the jug with three fingers that left their curved marks. This jug is in very good vintage condition, with a few glaze flakes and drips, clay impurities and nicks on the bottom but no cracks or chips. The cleft in the clay at the base, shown in photograph #3, was made during the potting. There are the typical tiny lumps and bumps of clay that were not smoothed out; these redware pieces were made as quickly as possible and not given the attention that "fancy" wares received. The jug stands 10 inches tall, has a 7 inch diameter base and weighs 5 1/2 pounds. It's a handsome piece of mid-nineteenth century redware. PYH 4167   « Less

A set of two Chinese Tang dynasty Sancai glazed bowls. The sancai technique dates back to the Tang Dynasty. How ever, the colors of the glazes used to decorate the wares of  More »

A set of two Chinese Tang dynasty Sancai glazed bowls. The sancai technique dates back to the Tang Dynasty. How ever, the colors of the glazes used to decorate the wares of the Tang Dynasty generally were not limited to three in number. In the West, Tang sancai wares were sometimes referred to as egg-and-spinach by dealers, for their use of green, yellow, and white (though the latter of the two colors might be more properly described as amber and off-white or cream). These items probably has been excavated in the Luoyang area. One bowl is still in good condition. The other one is damage by age. Size, 16 cm wide and 6 cm tall.   « Less

Colorful Mediterranean triple serving tray with handle. Bird and floral designs. About 8 ½” x 8 ½”. Stamped Ardico Products on base. Glaze losses as seen in  More »

Colorful Mediterranean triple serving tray with handle. Bird and floral designs. About 8 ½” x 8 ½”. Stamped Ardico Products on base. Glaze losses as seen in photos. Mid 20th century. Price is firm. Thanks for looking!   « Less

A very nice colorful pottery pitcher probably Spanish or Italian, early 20th century. Nice squat form. About 4 ¼” tall x 6” wide. A few tiny glaze flakes as  More »

A very nice colorful pottery pitcher probably Spanish or Italian, early 20th century. Nice squat form. About 4 ¼” tall x 6” wide. A few tiny glaze flakes as seen in photos, otherwise perfect. Price is firm. Thanks for looking!   « Less

British Art Pottery : A George Cartlidge Morris Ware Art Nouveau Vase C.1912-20 A good British Art Pottery Bottle shaped Morris Ware Vase designed by George Cartlidge for  More »

British Art Pottery : A George Cartlidge Morris Ware Art Nouveau Vase C.1912-20 A good British Art Pottery Bottle shaped Morris Ware Vase designed by George Cartlidge for S. Hancock and Sons having tube lined decoration with delicate reddish flowers on long stems and having a band of leaves. No. C30.1 - Illustrated in Johnson: The Morris Ware, Tiles and Art of George Cartlidge, plate 271 Bearing the George Cartlidge signature in green Reflections in images - the images does not do justice to this beautiful large Vase Morris Warris was one of the main decorative ranges produced by the company. This included many tube-lined patterns which resembled the Moorcroft productions and may have been intended to compete with that company. George Cartlidge was the first designer of this type of ware but the range continued with other designers. Morris ware was much praised in the trade press of the time which noted that foreign buyers at the British Industries Fair had shown interest in the range and it is now actively collected. Good Antique Condition - light crazing as expected and bubbling to both rim which is normal to find on the larger pieces all mentioned for accuracy 10.5 inches (26.5cm) height approx C.1912-1920   « Less

British Art Pottery : A George Cartlidge Morris Ware Bottle Vase C.1912-20 A good British Art Pottery Bottle shaped Morris Ware Vase designed by George Cartlidge for S.  More »

British Art Pottery : A George Cartlidge Morris Ware Bottle Vase C.1912-20 A good British Art Pottery Bottle shaped Morris Ware Vase designed by George Cartlidge for S. Hancock and Sons having a mustard coloured ground and tube lined decoration with delicate reddish flowers and having a band of leaves. No. C4.1 - Illustrated in Johnson: The Morris Ware, Tiles and Art of George Cartlidge, plate 248 Bearing the George Cartlidge signature in green Morris Warris was one of the main decorative ranges produced by the company. This included many tube-lined patterns which resembled the Moorcroft productions and may have been intended to compete with that company. George Cartlidge was the first designer of this type of ware but the range continued with other designers. Morris ware was much praised in the trade press of the time which noted that foreign buyers at the British Industries Fair had shown interest in the range and it is now actively collected. Good Antique Condition - light crazing as expected and mentioned for accuracy Reflections in images - the images does not do justice to this beautiful large Vase Morris Warris was one of the main decorative ranges produced by the company. This included many tube-lined patterns which resembled the Moorcroft productions and may have been intended to compete with that company. George Cartlidge was the first designer of this type of ware but the range continued with other designers. Morris ware was much praised in the trade press of the time which noted that foreign buyers at the British Industries Fair had shown interest in the range and it is now actively collected. 9 inches (23cm) height approx C.1912-1920   « Less

British Art Pottery : RARE Louis Rhead designed Art Nouveau Bisto / Bishop & Stonier Jug C.1890 A wonderful and RARE Art Nouveau Jug designed by Louis Rhead for Bishop &  More »

British Art Pottery : RARE Louis Rhead designed Art Nouveau Bisto / Bishop & Stonier Jug C.1890 A wonderful and RARE Art Nouveau Jug designed by Louis Rhead for Bishop & Stonier / Bisto of tall slender tapering form painted with a Maiden and landscape in vivid orange and yellows etc… the borders in black and brown. This beautiful Jug This design was also published in Maitres de l'Affiche in 1896 and two years earlier in The Sun. Circa: 1890 Full printed marks for Bisto / bishop & Stonier Reflections in images Good Antique Condition with light crazing (darker inside bottom please see images) and slighest colour loss all mentioned for accuracy 9.25 inches (23.5cm) approx   « Less

Antique Pottery : Della Robbia style Cantagalli Madonna Plaque C. early 20thC An unusual Cantagalli Madonna and Child Wall Plaque in the style of Della Robia having a  More »

Antique Pottery : Della Robbia style Cantagalli Madonna Plaque C. early 20thC An unusual Cantagalli Madonna and Child Wall Plaque in the style of Della Robia having a floral and foliate border with the Madonna and Child central. Unusual for these Plaques is a set of four ring panels with weapons withing. Grotesque animals to the lower sides - a beautiful and unusual Plaque Circa probably early 20th century - please see mark Good Antique Condition with light fritting to the glaze - please see images 16.5 inches (42cm) length X 9.5 inches (24cm) width approx   « Less

British Art Pottery : Wedgwood Daisy Makeig Jones Fairyland Lustre Tyg C.early 20thC An unusual Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre Tyg by Daisy Makeig Jones decorated with fabulous  More »

British Art Pottery : Wedgwood Daisy Makeig Jones Fairyland Lustre Tyg C.early 20thC An unusual Wedgwood Fairyland Lustre Tyg by Daisy Makeig Jones decorated with fabulous mythical birds in gilt having a blue mottled exterior and an orange mottled interior. No.829 - Portland Vase Mark Good Antique Condition with the usual light gilt rubbing as expected - please see images 2 inches (5.3cm) height X 3.75 inches (7.5cm) dia approx   « Less

Stylish pottery vase, decorated with heavy white applied pattern. Terracotta body, brown glazes. Measures 11.3 cm high by 11.3 cm diameter. Narrow neck. Excellent condition.  More »

Stylish pottery vase, decorated with heavy white applied pattern. Terracotta body, brown glazes. Measures 11.3 cm high by 11.3 cm diameter. Narrow neck. Excellent condition. Mid 20th century. Maker unknown.   « Less