How Meissen is Leading a Kitsch Revival into 2025
March 12, 2025
The kitschy Rococo of Meissen has been beloved for centuries, and it's due a renaissance, with Meissen touted as a homeware trend for 2025.
Ceramics & Pottery
The Craftsmanship of Kintsugi: The Golden Veins Running Through Japanese Objets d’Art
January 8, 2025
Translated as ‘golden seams’, the Japanese art of Kintsugi breathes new life into broken ceramics by piecing them back together with gold.
Royal Worcester Porcelain: Elegance and Excellence in Ceramics
November 6, 2024
Royal Worcester porcelain enjoyed more than three centuries of production and still holds the title as one of England’s most historic and beloved makers.
The Poetry of Pottery: Traditional Techniques Meet Contemporary Innovations
July 22, 2024
One of the earliest decorative arts, pottery can provide double value to a collector - both practical and striking as an object of adornment.
Troika Pottery Buyer’s Guide: The Artistry of British Ceramics
June 24, 2024
It only fired up its kilns for around two decades, but the maverick legacy and influence of Cornwall's Troika Pottery has extended far beyond.
The Wemyss Ware Buyer’s Guide: 5 Classic Pieces You Need in Your Collection
June 10, 2024
Instantly alluring with its quirky, hand-painted style, Wemyss Ware put Scotland on the map for whimsical, naturalistic pottery.
Azulejos: A Brief History of Portuguese Tiles
September 6, 2023
Azulejos, or glazed ceramic tiles, are a common sight in Portugal. The name, derived from the Arabic word الزليج means “small polished stones.”
Four Famous Ceramicist Couples: Power Couples at the Potter’s Wheel
July 24, 2023
Creative collaborators span the history of art but shared passions brought a unique energy to some of the most influential ceramics of the 20th century.
Reading Reign Marks: An Essential Guide to Antique Chinese Porcelain
July 12, 2023
Navigating the world of antique Chinese pottery can be challenging so here's a primer to guide you through some of the most sought-after Chinese porcelain.
The “Adventure” of Lucie Rie’s Popular Ceramics
May 15, 2023
Lucie Rie, one of the most celebrated potters of the 20th century, once said, “to make pottery is an adventure to me, every new work is a new beginning.”
