Minton Ware — refers to ceramic products of Thomas Minton Sons, a company founded by Thomas Minton in 1793. During the 19th century, Mintons Ltd became one of the leading pottery works of England, producing many shapes and designs, including willow pattern.… … Wikipedia
minton ware — ˈmintən noun Usage: usually capitalized M Etymology: after Thomas Minton died 1836 and Herbert Minton died 1858 English pottery manufacturers : ceramic tableware produced in the Minton factory in Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, England … Useful english dictionary
Ridgway ware — ▪ pottery type of Staffordshire pottery first produced by the brothers Job and George Ridgway in 1792 at the Bell Works at Shelton, Hanley, North Staffordshire, Eng. Despite family tensions, the Ridgways continued to produce their high… … Universalium
Lotus Ware — is a type of porcelain produced from approximately 1892 to 1896 at the Knowles, Taylor Knowles (KT K) pottery of East Liverpool, Ohio, United States. The name of the porcelain came from owner Isaac Knowles, who felt that the glaze of the pieces… … Wikipedia
Norman Ware — Norm Ware Personal information Full name Norman Ware Date of birth 5 Mar … Wikipedia
Staffordshire ware — ▪ pottery lead glazed earthenware and unglazed or salt glazed stoneware made in Staffordshire, England, from the 17th century onward. Abundance of local clays and coal gave rise to a concentration of pottery factories that made… … Universalium
pottery — /pot euh ree/, n., pl. potteries. 1. ceramic ware, esp. earthenware and stoneware. 2. the art or business of a potter; ceramics. 3. a place where earthen pots or vessels are made. [1475 85; POTTER1 + Y3] * * * I One of the oldest and most… … Universalium
Potteries, the — ▪ region, England, United Kingdom region in the north of the geographic county of Staffordshire, England, the country s main producer of china and earthenware. It is centred on the city and unitary authority of Stoke on Trent and includes… … Universalium
Mintons — Minton s Ltd Industry Pottery Fate Merged with Royal Doulton Tableware Ltd in 1968 Founded 1793 Founder(s) Thomas Minton Defunct Factory on London Road, Stoke on Trent demolished in 1990s … Wikipedia
Victorian majolica — is earthenware pottery made in 19th century Britain and the USA with molded surfaces and colorful clear lead glazes. HistoryVictorian Majolica was originated by Mintons Ltd, who exhibited it at the Great Exhibition of 1851 under the name Palissy… … Wikipedia
