Art Pottery

Investing in Newcomb Pottery

Investing in Newcomb Pottery

With the recent record breaking prices and with prime examples routinely selling well into the five figure range, Newcomb pottery ranks among the most sought-after, investment quality art pottery ever produced.  A recent article in Antique Trader reflected on the...
Pillin Pottery

Pillin Pottery

The ceramics produced by Polia Pillin continue to gain increasing interest from mid century modern art pottery collectors. In the years since Polia’s death, her art pottery has appreciated significantly in value. Pillin’s work is often decorated with abstract figures...
Van Briggle Pottery Fake Marks

Van Briggle Pottery Fake Marks

Another Van Briggle Pottery fake mark has recently surfaced on eBay.  So far, many of the Van Briggle fakes have early, dated marks on the bottom of the vase. Most of the reproductions are vases, bowl, and tea pots that are obviously not original Van Briggle...
Dating Newcomb Pottery, Photos

Dating Newcomb Pottery, Photos

As a followup to yesterday’s Newcomb Pottery post, the photos below provide visual examples of various date marks. BY39 corresponds with a Newcomb pottery production date of 1907. ES26 corresponds with a Newcomb pottery date of production of 1912. HA80...
Newcomb College Pottery Marks

Newcomb College Pottery Marks

Newcomb pottery produced between 1901 to 1942 was marked with its own unique registration mark which provides easy dating of the pottery.  The unique registration system was fully deciphered by Walter Bob after over 2 years of extensive research.  The...

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