Crewenna Potteries was a pottery studio  in Nelson, New Zealand, established in 1962 by Harry and May Davis. The couple had previously run a pottery in Cornwall, England, and they brought their skills and experience with them to New Zealand. The company was known for its hand-thrown and decorated ceramics. The Davises used a variety of techniques, including stoneware, porcelain, and slipware. They also experimented with different glazes, creating a wide range of colors and finishes.

The Davises' pottery was popular with both collectors and the general public. They exhibited their work in galleries and museums around New more...

Torquay pottery is a generic term used to describe the various potteries that were established in the Torquay area of Devon, England, from around 1860 until the late 20th century. These potteries used local sources of red Devon clay to produce a wide range of wares, including art pottery, souvenir pottery, and household pottery.

The first Torquay pottery was the Watcombe Terra Cotta Clay Company, which was established in 1875 by G. J. Allen. This pottery was known for its production of art pottery, and its wares were often decorated with floral motifs. Other early Torquay potteries included the Longpark more...

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Four various Torquay Ware pottery pieces including: 'Hear all,…

Lot of 4 Torquay Ware Pottery Pieces

Four various Torquay Ware pottery pieces including: 'Hear all, see all...,' candle holder, 2 various lidded sauce jugs, and a cream jug.

Seven Torquay Ware miniature teaset pieces including: teapot, 2…

Torquay Ware Miniature Teaset - 7 Pieces

Seven Torquay Ware miniature teaset pieces including: teapot, 2 cups and saucers, a cream jug, and a sugar bowl.

Four various Torquay Ware pottery pieces including: 'Two men…

Torquay Ware Pottery Collection

Four various Torquay Ware pottery pieces including: 'Two men look through prison bars...,' jug, rim chips; 'Auld Lang Syne,' plaque, 'Do noble things...,' plate, small rim chip, and 'Till trouble troubles you,' jug.

Six Torquay pottery seagull table wares comprising a teapot,…

Torquay Pottery Seagull Tableware Set

Six Torquay pottery seagull table wares comprising a teapot, lidded sugar bowl chip to lid, two open sugar bowls, a vinegar jar & stopper, and a jug no handle

'Felix the Cat',ceramic selection with butter dish with a…

"Felix the Cat" Ceramic Collection

'Felix the Cat',ceramic selection with butter dish with a blue-eyed Felix atop forming the handle; oval baby's plate stamped 'Johnson Ltd Burslem', illustrations captioned 'Please Felix Don't Shoot' (length 23 cm); repaired tea plate, teacup both…

Good motto ware Torquay Cockerel jug marked Longpark Torquay.…

Longpark Torquay Cockerel Jug - 15cm High

Good motto ware Torquay Cockerel jug marked Longpark Torquay. 15 cm high.

Torquay Ware Rooster decorated jug, 'Good Morning' - 'It is a…

"Good Morning" Rooster Jug

Torquay Ware Rooster decorated jug, 'Good Morning' - 'It is a comely fashion to be glad......' titled. Dual handled. Height 19 cm

Two Torquay motto ware trays, both in the scandy pattern

Scandy Motto Ware Trays from Torquay

Two Torquay motto ware trays, both in the scandy pattern

Torquay motto ware inkwell and stand, in the Cockerel pattern.

Cockerel Motto Inkwell and Stand from Torquay

Torquay motto ware inkwell and stand, in the Cockerel pattern.

Torquay motto ware hot water and jug, in the House pattern

Torquay Houseware: Hot Water and Jug Motif

Torquay motto ware hot water and jug, in the House pattern

A Torquay vase, 'Sleepy Castle'. Height 20 cm

Sleepy Castle Torquay Vase - 20cm Height

A Torquay vase, 'Sleepy Castle'. Height 20 cm

An early Torquay float bowl with applied leaf design to rim.…

Signed Torquay Leaf Bowl

An early Torquay float bowl with applied leaf design to rim. Signed to base. Height 7 cm diameter 18 cm

Torquay 'motto ware' jug height 16 cm approx

Vintage Torquay Motto Ware Jug

Torquay 'motto ware' jug height 16 cm approx

Rooster Torquay Ware plate, approx 18 cm x 22 cm

Rooster Plate, Torquay Ware - 18cm x 22cm

Rooster Torquay Ware plate, approx 18 cm x 22 cm

Torquay ware grotesque cat sculpture 23 cm high approx.

Grotesque Cat Sculpture from Torquay Ware

Torquay ware grotesque cat sculpture 23 cm high approx.

Torquay 'motto ware' teapot, sugar and creamer,

Torquay Motto Ware Tea Set

Torquay 'motto ware' teapot, sugar and creamer,

Four pieces of Torquay 'motto ware', to include a hot water pot,…

Torquay Motto Ware Collection: 4 Pieces

Four pieces of Torquay 'motto ware', to include a hot water pot, milk jug coffee cup,and a tri footed vase

Christopher Dresser design, Torquay jug and small vase with…

Egyptian-inspired Dresser Pewter Jug and Vase Set

Christopher Dresser design, Torquay jug and small vase with pewter lid, with mask handles and Egyptian inspired decoration

Three vintage Torquay ware motto bowls, together with 2 similar…

Vintage Torquay Ware Motto Bowls and Side Plates Set

Three vintage Torquay ware motto bowls, together with 2 similar side plates

Torquay ware vase, together with a lidded cheese dish & iron…

Torquay Vase, Cheese Dish, and Iron Rest Set

Torquay ware vase, together with a lidded cheese dish & iron rest

Torquay ware, to include two jugs and a large cup - approx 20…

Torquay Ware Set: 2 Jugs & Large Cup

Torquay ware, to include two jugs and a large cup - approx 20 cm high and shorter (3)

A collection of twenty two pieces of Torquay pottery and Motto…

Torquay Pottery Collection with Book

A collection of twenty two pieces of Torquay pottery and Motto Ware and an associated book, first half 20th century, comprising five jugs, six teapots, a teacup and saucer, eight varied bowls and dishes, and an egg cup, all with the characteristic muted…

Three English Torquay Ware items, including vase with desert…

Torquay Ware Vase, Jug, and Teapot Set

Three English Torquay Ware items, including vase with desert scene; rooster decorated jug; and teapot 'Duee drink a cup of tay'. Height 19 cm height 15 cm diameter 21 cm

Four very early Motto ware pottery items including two dishes,…

Early Motto ware pottery set with losses

Four very early Motto ware pottery items including two dishes, jug and two handled tyg. Losses to circular dish. (Torquay Ware)