- Hardcover: 672 pages
- Publisher: A & C Black Publishers Ltd; illustrated edition edition (31 Aug 1999)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0713650397
- ISBN-13: 978-0713650396
- Product Dimensions: 24 x 16.3 x 4.7 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 1,072,663 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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This is a directory of 20th century British studio potters' marks. The entries are arranged alphabetically giving biographical data, information on the type of ceramics produced, location of pottery and potteries and dates as to when the mark has changed, along with examples of different marks used. There are also three useful indexes, based on the mark's image such as animals, initials and other figures to help the user.
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75 of 77 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
After years of searching over hill and 'yon for relevant information about the identities of potters and their pottery, this book is now my constant work of reference and an excellent starting point for further enquiries. Not just including all the "usual suspects" (Leach(s), Hamada, Rie, Coper, et al) but the younger up and coming potters. The layout is intuitive and not only deals with the marks alphabetically but also divides them into symbol types (Creatures,Monograms, Signs) thus providing a more than comprehensive source. The compilers have done their best to provide as accurate information as possible for over 4750 Potters most of whom are still actually living! Anyone buying this book will find that the price is more than worth it and the covers will need reinforcing because of the extensive use it will get, a worthy edition to ANY reference library.
17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
No matter what item of pottery or porcelain you are trying to research, this should be one of two books you reach for first. My own copy has long since lost its shiny new look and is now a battered, well used and reliable source of information. Along with Encyclopaedia of British Pottery and Porcelain Marks by Geoffrey A. Godden, you really should not need anything else to find out all you need on backstamps and markings. Obviously other reference books come into their own on antiques and should also be purchased but for a first point of reference, these two books should be your first purchases and both will save you making very costly mistakes no matter how experienced you are.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This book is an absolute must for all those interested in British Studio Pottery.
Whether buying from galleries, dealers, studios, auction houses or chance findings at fairs or boot sales, this book clearly and easily identifies the makers of those sometimes enigmatic scratched, printed, painted or impressed marks found on most studio pottery pieces.
Whilst essentially a book of reference,the sections are 'readable'with their fascinating detail of studio locations and often re-locations chronologically presented.
Descriptions of the type of pottery produced by the studio is indicated and is a further aid to identification.
The final section of the book, presenting in facsimile style the 'marks' themselves, is a highly absorbing, visual read showing the amazing range of designs employed by potters in 'signing' their work.
There is no indication of the importance of the potters or studio work and so 'values' cannot be established through this book. That is rather dependent on the familiarity one has, or not of a 'name' within the Studio Pottery world.
A very essential reference book to own.
Whether buying from galleries, dealers, studios, auction houses or chance findings at fairs or boot sales, this book clearly and easily identifies the makers of those sometimes enigmatic scratched, printed, painted or impressed marks found on most studio pottery pieces.
Whilst essentially a book of reference,the sections are 'readable'with their fascinating detail of studio locations and often re-locations chronologically presented.
Descriptions of the type of pottery produced by the studio is indicated and is a further aid to identification.
The final section of the book, presenting in facsimile style the 'marks' themselves, is a highly absorbing, visual read showing the amazing range of designs employed by potters in 'signing' their work.
There is no indication of the importance of the potters or studio work and so 'values' cannot be established through this book. That is rather dependent on the familiarity one has, or not of a 'name' within the Studio Pottery world.
A very essential reference book to own.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
One big drawback
I have only one complaint about this book. Collecting studio pottery is the ideal hobby for the impoverished as lovely stuff still turns up at bootfairs for a few pence. Read more
Published 18 days ago by Peasant
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awful book as only deals so it seems with 20 th century potters which is not what I wanted.I sent it back and got a refund. That was the only good thing about it.
Published 20 months ago by Anne Atherton
An Indispensable work
This reference work is absolutely invaluable and a benchmark. It provides a huge source of information concisely, clearly and effectively. Read more
Published on 20 Oct 2009 by Nick's Notes
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