Product Description

This is the only truly comprehensive directory of 20th century British Studio Potters' marks Each entry gives biographical data, information on the type of ceramics produced, location of pottery and dates as to when the mark has changed, along with examples of different marks used. This second edition has been fully revised and updated and is a must for all potters, collectors, museums, auction houses, and shops, as well as anyone generally interested in British pottery. "The only such catalogue you'll ever need on your shelf." Antiques Magazine

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #128964 in Books
• Published on: 2005-06-30
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 672 pages

Review
"The only such catalogue you'll ever need on your shelf, and, at a rate of one every six years, works out a remarkably cheap annual rate!" Antiques Magazine (28 Jan 2006) "Invaluable, up-to-date information on established and new British studio potters. It contains a wealth of detail with clearly laid out text." Reference Reviews 20 (1) 2006 'It is the only truly comprehensive directory of 20th century British Studio Potters' marks A must for all potters, collectors, museums, auction houses, and shops, as well as anyone generally interested in British pottery.' Craftsman Magazine (July 2005)

About the Author
Eric Yates-Owen is a retired industrial design engineer and consultant. Robert Fournier is a professional potter with over 40 years experience and the author of 10 previous books on ceramics.

Customer Reviews

A superb reference work for anyone interested in Pottery
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.

Essential Book for Collectors or Dealers
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.

An Indispensable work
This reference work is absolutely invaluable and a benchmark. It provides a huge source of information concisely, clearly and effectively. Any serious colletor of studio pottery needs this book