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Royal Copenhagen Annual Santa and Santa’s Wife
We always wonder when to start showing the annual Christmas offerings from the likes of Royal Copenhagen and other companies. We sometimes wait till nearer Christmas itself but we are going early this year and our first Xmas offering of 2024 are the Royal Copenhagen Annual Santa and Santa’s Wife. […]
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A look at Stig Lindberg’s Iconic Karneval Series
Stig Lindberg (1916-1982) was one of Sweden’s most celebrated designers, known for his contributions to ceramics, textiles, and industrial design. Working for the Gustavsberg porcelain factory for much of his career, Lindberg became a versatile artist whose playful and imaginative designs left a lasting impression on Scandinavian design. In this […]
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Collecting Articles and Features
Exploring the Beauty of Gabriel Argy-Rousseau’s Moth Paperweights
Gabriel Argy-Rousseau was a renowned French glassmaker whose innovative work in the early 20th century revolutionized the pâte de verre technique. One of his most admired creations is his series of delicate pâte de verre paperweights, particularly those featuring moth motifs. These paperweights are celebrated for their ethereal beauty, vivid […]
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Sheena MacLeod and Her Highland Character Dolls
In the early 1960s, after completing her studies at art school in Aberdeen, Sheena MacLeod embarked on a journey to create a unique collection of dolls that would capture the essence of traditional Scottish life. With a deep passion for her heritage, MacLeod chose to depict the lives of 19th-century […]
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The Legacy of Amphora Pottery A Beacon of Art Nouveau Craftsmanship
Amphora Pottery, originally known as Riessner, Stellmacher & Kessel (R.S.K.), was founded in 1892 by Alfred Stellmacher in Turn-Teplitz, Bohemia. This renowned ceramic manufacturer made significant contributions to the Art Nouveau movement, gaining international acclaim for its exquisite earthenware vases and other decorative pieces. The factory’s history is intertwined with […]
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A look at Stig Lindberg’s Iconic Karneval Series
21 August 2024Stig Lindberg (1916-1982) was one of Sweden’s most celebrated designers, known for his contributions to ceramics, textiles, [...] -
Exploring the Beauty of Gabriel Argy-Rousseau’s Moth Paperweights
21 August 2024Gabriel Argy-Rousseau was a renowned French glassmaker whose innovative work in the early 20th century revolutionized the pâte [...] -
Sheena MacLeod and Her Highland Character Dolls
6 August 2024In the early 1960s, after completing her studies at art school in Aberdeen, Sheena MacLeod embarked on a journey to create a [...]
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A look at Stig Lindberg’s Iconic Karneval Series
21 August 2024Stig Lindberg (1916-1982) was one of Sweden’s most celebrated designers, known for his contributions to ceramics, textiles, [...] -
Sam Herman Studio Glass Bottles Price Guide
25 June 2024Sam Herman, a pioneer of the Studio Glass movement, is celebrated for his innovative techniques and distinctive designs that [...] -
The Beswick Characters of David Hand’s Animaland
16 June 2024The Beswick Characters of David Hand’s Animaland were all modelled by Arthur Gredington and were based on David [...]
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Royal Copenhagen Annual Santa and Santa’s Wife
21 August 2024We always wonder when to start showing the annual Christmas offerings from the likes of Royal Copenhagen and other companies. We [...] -
Lladro Tweety Bird Figurine by Sculptor Eva Maria Cuerva
3 August 2024Lladro has once again delighted collectors and animation fans with their latest porcelain creation: a delightful interpretation [...] -
Exquisite Lladro Batman Figurine by Renowned Sculptor Eva Maria Cuerva
17 July 2024Lladro has recently unveiled a stunning new addition to their collection: a dynamic and spectacular Batman figurine, sculpted by [...]
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