by Donna McGill | Jan 14, 2010 | Uncategorized
Just before the holidays overwhelmed us all, we announced a fun new way to own American art pottery. The Just Art Pottery Bargain Bin has been a big success and has proven even more fun than we could have anticipated. We thought this would be a good time...
by Donna McGill | Jan 3, 2010 | Uncategorized
As with most American art pottery companies, Fulper Pottery had a wide assortment of wares, each with different shapes, glazes, sizes and values. One of the most significant productions from Fulper Pottery was its collection of lamps. They have remained...
by Donna McGill | Dec 17, 2009 | Uncategorized
Following World War II, everything people knew – or thought they knew – changed dramatically. The art pottery world was no different. One of the most challenging changes was a 1946 Supreme Court ruling that had Roseville Pottery concerned...
by Donna McGill | Dec 15, 2009 | Miscellaneous
Ever wonder how the potter's wheel works? I've actually wondered for years each time I saw a potter work balls of clay into remarkable shapes and designs. It looked so easy and graceful, but I knew there was a lot that went into it. I dug...
by Donna McGill | Dec 10, 2009 | Uncategorized
In doing a bit of research, mostly because I wanted a definitive idea of when American art pottery became such a commodity, I discovered the one most significant event that led to its earliest beginnings. That event was the World's Fair, or as it was...
by Donna McGill | Dec 9, 2009 | Buying Art Pottery, Miscellaneous
We know how beautiful art pottery is in our homes. It adds elegance and beauty to any home décor. But how often do we incorporate it into our holiday design schemes? We get so wrapped up in making sure the turkey's perfect, the cream cheese...
