by Donna McGill | Nov 17, 2009 | Rookwood Pottery
In a recent blog, we discussed Rookwood art pottery and the differences in commercial wares and decorated wares. As a follow up, we thought it would be beneficial to discuss what goes into valuing Rookwood commercial pottery. We'll consider, in this...
by Donna McGill | Nov 12, 2009 | Uncategorized
From 1880 until 1967, this Ohio pottery company produced decorated art pottery that is now considered extremely collectable and is admired around the world by collectors and others who appreciate beautiful art pottery. What many may not be aware of is Rookwood,...
by Donna McGill | Nov 4, 2009 | Buying Art Pottery, Newcomb College Pottery
Last week, we told you about a valuable Newcomb Pottery vase that was found in a thrift store and sold for more than $3,000. If you thought it was a fluke, think again. This week, we received an email from a fellow art pottery collector who also found a...
by Donna McGill | Nov 2, 2009 | Buying Art Pottery
Ah, you can sense it in the air – the colder weather is on its way and that means the traditional holiday season is nearing as well. If you're like me, you know how difficult it is to buy for that one person on your list; you know- the one who has...
by Donna McGill | Oct 30, 2009 | Roseville Pottery
Everyone has a favorite Roseville art pottery pattern. Others, like me, tend to discover a new reason to look at an old favorite with different eyes from time to time – which means, of course, my favorites are sometimes determined on a whim....