Collecting Poole Pottery

About this book

This informative guide features the comprehensive history of Poole pottery which began with the founding factory in the 1850s. Coverage includes their ornamental brick and tile their popular post-war wares that epitomize the changes in contemporary British fashion taste and society up through the Living Glaze wares of present day. A chronological time line traces the production of this bright colorful playful and amateurish pottery while hundreds of price listings allow the reader to accurately value their collection. The book also includes chapters on marks trends and the market as well as fakes and restoration to further aid the collector of this exceptional pottery. -Includes comprehensive price and pattern guide for more than 300 Poole pieces -Traces history of Poole from the founding factory in the 1850s to present day -48-page color section to assist the collector in determining collection value