A must have for any tpcs collector, the book is very informative for the many and various devon and associated potteries. The aller vale pottery was formed in 1865 on the northern edge of the village of kingskerswell in south devon, england on the likely site of a medieval pottery. We may get a small commission if you buy something or take an action after clicking one of. The tpcs marks book lists 9 different longpark marks for tormohun with only 3 of these including the name longpark. We have members in many states, canada, uk, holland and australia. Welcome to the official website of the torquay pottery collectors society tpcs the society was founded by the late ian green in 1976, and our aims are to raise the profile and the collecting of the magnificent pots produced by the torquay and south devon potters in the second half of the 19 th century through to the late 20 th century you will find our site easy to navigate, and packed. The torquay pottery collectors society magazine april 1990.
The north american torquay society known as nats was formed in 1990 by a group of people all enthusiastic collectors of torquay pottery. Torquay pottery mark book, 5th edition published in 2007. Torquay pottery the north american torquay society. Babbacombe pottery, inc blp collection is made and hand painted in torquay, devon, england by lowndspateman. Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing. Watcombe pottery, originally known as the watcombe terracotta clay company, was started by g j allen in 1871 to use the red clay found around the area of torquay in devon the company very quickly established a reputation and its wares were exhibited internationally within a few years.
Used, torquay devon ware longpark pottery miniat a sweet miniature candle stick 2. Products for sale torquay pottery collectors society. Art of torquay and south devon potters marks, patterns. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The second world war proved a particularly difficult period for the british pottery industry because severe restrictions were placed on the production of decorated pottery.
Also obtain a copy of the very comprehensive tpcs marks book to help identify difficult to understand back stamps or potters marks. Studio pottery marks are a little hard to define and the name, studio pottery, is a term that associates ceramics with little known independently owned potteries. A collection of pottery marks using photos and images from our antique collection for easy reference and as a quick guide to the possible attribution of your latest porcelain collectible or pottery marks. Welcome to babbacombe pottery by lowndspateman inc blp collection. Torquay pottery mark book edited by keith poole this edition has been fully updated with in excess of 200 new marks being added, and now contains marks and back stamps from all of the devon and related potteries.
Firstly have a look at the not torquay pottery page on this site as the many examples gathered by experienced collectors and shown there can be very helpful to both the new and old collectors. Available through the torquay pottery collectors society, this essential guide is of a6 format. Torquay pottery coffee pot and creamer in fabulous green glaze by watcombe pottery of devon. It lies 18 miles 29 km south of the county town of exeter and 28 miles 45 km eastnortheast of plymouth, on the north of tor bay, adjoining the neighbouring town of paignton on the west of the bay and across from the fishing port of brixham. Pottery marks bookmarks books livros pottery book libros libri book markers. Harry potter book box set the complete collection by j.
Buy torquay torquay pottery and get the best deals. In its 84 pages are contained illustrations of over 250 marks which appear on torquay pottery, plus 11 black and white plates and a brief introduction to each of the potteries. Torquay pottery mark book paperback january 1, 1986 by deena patrick author see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The aller vale pottery was formed in 1865 on the northern edge of the village of kingskerswell. Torquay pottery collectors society tpcs, torquay, devon, 1993. Mom quotes great quotes quotes to live by inspirational quotes family quotes and sayings funny quotes mother quotes jesus quotes motivational. The milton head pottery was sold to george jackram the owner of a nearby business about 1959 and he renamed it the brixham pottery and produced pottery on the same site. Royal torquay pottery pair cobalt blue 3 handled vases design 3d parrot c1940s. Click to close pottery marks, devon, tin, england, clay, antiques. In its 84 pages are contained illustrations of over 250 marks which appear on torquay pottery, plus 11 black and white plates and a brief introduction to each of. My husband jerry and i are cofounders of a club called the north american torquay society which was formed in 1990. See more ideas about pottery, ceramic painting and roseville pottery.
Since the history was mentioned, i will briefly state that the pottery was made in the south devon area of england beginning in 1869 from red clay found in the grounds there. The torquay pottery collectors society magazine april 1990 virginia brisco on. Just as you would imagine, being compiled by the torquay pottery collectors society, this book contains everything you need to know about devon pottery. Torquay pottery mark book books, pottery marks, torquay. Milton head used two different marks and for more information on the many other devon and west country pottery marks see details of the torquay pottery mark book on our books page. Torquay pottery largest selection of patterns at replacements, ltd. The marks listed below are grouped as far as was possible in a logical order, with similar signs, graphics, shapes, etc grouped together. The exhibition told the story of the torquay potteries from the early days in the 1870s through to the 1950s and 1960s. Plus torquay pottery appraisals, free sales advice, free price guide, sale prices, values, wish list and more. As with other potteries longpark made items for commercial outlets like john ford of edinburgh and many of these are included in the tpcs marks book, see books. Browse todays selected royal tourquay pottery for sale, best offer and auction.
High art watcombe torquay pottery flask with venetian scene. Clean and sound although the front cover has been folded at some stage. After her death in 1995, his passion for rare pieces increased as did his attendance. Longpark pottery torquay pottery collectors society. To make your purchase as simple and easy as possible, please refer to the store policies listed below. Torquay pottery motto ware cottage at replacements, ltd.
Devon motto ware torquay pottery milk jug, no damage or cracks there is a bubble on the glaze on the hat rim. The company was in the long park area of torquay, and originally produced unglazed terracotta wares around the turn of the century, after various partnership and managerial changes, the brewer brothers, william and james, were assisting ralph willot to run. Art of the torquay and south devon potters hardcover 1 nov 1996. Devon torquay pottery for sale in uk view 53 bargains. Torquay pottery was popular in the 20th century, and still attracting many collectors in the 21st century. Although not a founder member of the torquay pottery collectors society which formed the same year he acquired his first piece, he and his wife gloria were both early members and avid collectors. Production was concentrated in a reduced number of factories in order to save materials, energy and labour as these were needed elsewhere for the war. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. I will be listing roughly half of my own torquay collection in the coming week or two, including a. Yet, we are still reading so many new articles and books that we realize we still have much learning to do. Identification hints torquay pottery collectors society. Motto ware forms the bulk of what we recognize as torquay. The accompanying illustrations reveal the lively decorations on torquay pottery.
It became well known for the creation of art pottery at the end of the 19th century and gained royal patronage, but declined thereafter, closing on this site in about 1924. A third edition copy of this useful book which details the marks back stamps used by a number of potteries under the umbrella name torquay. We were north american coordinators for the torquay pottery collectors society from 1982 to 1989. The examples of pottery marks are somewhat incomplete and it is suggested that readers consult the torquay pottery mark book.
Welcome to the torquay pottery collectors society tpcs group. Torquay pottery for sale in uk 61 used torquay potterys. Nov 25, 2017 explore alicefeldmans board torquay pottery devon, englandantique on. The name continued in use until 1962 related to the production. Tourquay motto ware creamer say little, think much marked. Wartime concentration scheme stokeontrent, pottery and. The society publishes our magazine, the torquay collector, three times a year, sent to members in november, march and july. Unfollow torquay pottery to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Art of the torquay and south devon potters keith poole hardback interest.
Attributed to christopher dresser watcombe pottery a late 19th century terracotta vase the baluster vase rising from a spreading circular foot, applied with ring handles with grotesque terminals, height 28cm, af, together with a further torquay terracotta ewer, impressed mark, height 17cm. Torquayhele cross pottery fluted dish with brixham sailing boats. Longpark pottery started in the early 1880s and is believed to have been set up by two watcombe employees who had been laid off in 1883. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.