Is Moorcroft pottery valuable?
Use Marks and Back Stamps for Age and Value Moorcroft markets more pottery globally today than ever before, far exceeding the output of the early 1900s. Congruently, since the newer pieces are more prolific, they are not as avidly sought or highly valued by avid art pottery collectors as the older wares.
How do I identify Moorcroft pottery?
All Moorcroft pieces have markings on the base. They will identify that the piece was made in England and the year the piece was made. The design year and initials will also show who the tubeliner or painter was. You might also find an artist’s mark, sometimes called a ‘Moorcroft signature’ or ‘monogram’.
Is Moorcroft pottery still being made?
Still fiercely independent, Moorcroft continues to create art pottery, using her renowned heritage craft techniques and acclaimed line up of designers, at the highest level in the Applied Arts. The Pottery’s ethos has always been that Moorcroft will continue to hold its revered name if design does not stand still.
Who owns Moorcroft?
Hugh Edwards
Moorcroft
| Industry | Pottery |
|---|---|
| Key people | William Moorcroft Hugh Edwards Rachel Bishop Sally Tuffin Emma Bossons Kerry Goodwin Vicky Lovatt Nicola Slaney |
| Products | Art pottery |
| Owner | Hugh and Maureen Edwards |
| Number of employees | 120 |
How can you tell a Moorcroft second?
Moorcroft collectors should be aware of the Silver Stripe that sometimes appears and is almost always through the WM monogram. The Moorcroft silver stripe denotes a second quality or imperfect piece that has failed to pass the strict quality control that Moorcroft demands.
What is the most expensive Moorcroft pottery?
Look out for items that are made pre-1945, particularly by those made by William Moorcroft. The most expensive items sold at Christie’s to date is a collection of ‘Claremont’ pottery circa 1905, which sold at London South Kensington in March 2010 for £15,000.
Are all Moorcroft vases signed?
Pottery made between 1928 and 1949 has the full signature of William Moorcroft, a Burslem stamp and a Made in England stamp changed as William Moorcroft moved from Macintyre & Co, at the start of the 20th Century, and set up his own factory in 1914.
How do you know if you have a Moorcroft second?
Do Moorcroft send bailiffs?
Moorcroft is a debt collection agency as such, its legal powers are no different from those of the original creditor who previously owned your debt. Moorcroft could send debt collection field agents to your home if you fail to pay, however they are NOT bailiffs and mustn’t claim to be.
Does Moorcroft offer settlements?
If your situation means you can’t afford to settle your debts tell Moorcroft Debt Recovery straight away. They often offer people a repayment plan for their debts. However, we recommend getting debt advice to discuss the plan and check it is right for you.
What does a silver line on Moorcroft mean?
The Moorcroft silver stripe denotes a second quality or imperfect piece that has failed to pass the strict quality control that Moorcroft demands. These pieces are only ever sold at discounted prices in the Moorcroft factory shop.
Is Moorcroft a good investment?
in New York. Early Moorcroft is much-prized by the most renowned auction houses across the world and regularly fetches high prices. Happily, this is still a feature of Moorcroft today where the art pottery’s reputation for both remarkable artistic and good investment qualities have been proven over more than a century.
What kind of patterns does Moorcroft pottery use?
In the pattern, the contours of trees rest against vibrant fields of browns, reds, and oranges to convey an intense and enveloping sunset. The landscape motifs that Moorcroft integrated into this pattern, as well as in the Moonlit Blue and Hazeldene patterns, became a central focus for Moorcroft well into the subsequent decade.
How much is a Moorcroft Hazeldene bowl worth?
Image 1: William Moorcroft (1872-1945) for Liberty & Co. Hazeldene “Pompeian” bowl Toomey & Co. Auctioneers, Oak Park, IL (March 2016) Estimate: $1,000–$1,500 Price Realized: $4,575
When did the Moorcroft Waratah pattern come out?
The Moorcroft Waratah pattern was introduced in the early 1930s and was designed for export to Australia. It was during this period that Moorcroft began incorporating a wider array of exotic blossoms into his motifs.
Why was the Moorcroft Eventide pattern so important?
As a counterbalance to the rich, cool tones of the Moonlit Blue design, the Moorcroft Eventide pattern was introduced just a year later and embraced the warm and earthen hues of a setting sun. In the pattern, the contours of trees rest against vibrant fields of browns, reds, and oranges to convey an intense and enveloping sunset.