Hammersley and Co (Longton) Ltd (England) ceramics

Hammersley and Co. (Longton) Ltd was a ceramics manufacturer in Longton, Stoke-on-Trent, England. The company was founded in 1862 by Titus Hammersley and Harvey Adams. The company produced a wide range of ceramics, including tableware, decorative items, and figurines. Hammersley and Co. was known for its high quality and innovative designs.

The company's early products were mainly earthenware, but Hammersley soon began to experiment with other materials, such as porcelain and bone china. In 1885, the company was renamed Hammersley & Co. In 1932, the company moved to a new factory in Alsager.

Hammersley and Co produced a wide variety of ceramics, including tableware, decorative items, and figurines. The company's products are still highly sought-after by collectors today. Some of the most popular patterns produced by Hammersley and Co. included Alsager China, Corona Ware, Duchess China, Grosvenor Ware, Ivory Ware, Morris Ware, Rubens Ware and more... Titian Ware. These patterns are known for their delicate floral designs, which were often hand-painted by skilled artists. Hammersley and Co also produced a variety of other patterns, including geometric designs, landscapes, and portraits.

Hammersley and Co. was a successful company for many years. However, the company faced increasing competition from overseas manufacturers in the 1960s. In 1970, the company was acquired by Carborundum Limited. Carborundum continued to produce ceramics under the Hammersley name for a few years, but the company eventually closed in 1982. less...