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Street artist: Rone, and Florence Annie Royce: China painting

Today we look at some china painted vases by early 20th century Geelong artist Florence Royce, and how they became the inspiration for the colours chosen in the "Rone in Geelong" exhibition almost 100 years later, in 2021.....

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Classic, quirky Carlton Ware

Today we look at some of the many designs of Carlton ware, many of which are still available and are popular today for lovers of retro and quirky kitchen and dining items. Image: carltonwareworld.com

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Royal Albert fine china – Refined and prolific!

Today we look at a bone china brand which still features at refined High Teas around the world today - Royal Albert. Even though there were over 1,000 patterns produced it is instantly recognisable for the consistency of its production for over 125 years. Image: chinasearch.co.uk

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Royal Doulton: Recognised and Respected

Many of us may be familiar with Royal Doulton, Royal Albert and Bunnykins china, but Doultons initially earned success and recognition by Queen Victoria for their part in solving a very big problem in London. Image: Vauxhall history.org

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Seeing History through Colour with Pam Morris

Following Julie's posts on "pottery & china ware" today you will see some amazing images taken by photographer Pam Morris to illustrate how the "different decades of the 20th Century are uniquely characterized by their distinctive colour palettes and decorative styles". Image credit: Pam Morris

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Magnificent Minton - Part 2

Today we return to look at some of the Minton innovations and the different styles of pottery, initiated under the guidance of "Herbert Minton" and his heirs, working with many other talented designers and artists. Image: My photo at NGV Victoria.

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Magnificent Minton - Part 1

Today we look at the beginnings of Minton, a Staffordshire pottery founded by Thomas Minton in 1793. It is a brand well known for its many innovations, from perfecting willow ware through to unique floor tiles in prestigious buildings. Image: aoc.gov/Wikimedia

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Spotlight on Spode

Today we learn about Josiah Spode, who, like his friend Josiah Wedgwood, also created a famous Staffordshire pottery brand, perfecting Willow ware and fine bone china. Image: Spode Museum Trust

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The enduring legacy of Josiah Wedgwood

Today we look at the founder of the iconic Wedgwood brand, where a disability enabled a man of science and innovation to follow his a passion for excellence, leaving a legacy which endures today. Image: Wikipedia

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The Staffordshire Potteries

It seems there is more to ceramics, pottery, earthenware, porcelain and fine bone china than meets the eye! Today we look at some of the variations made in the Staffordshire area of England in a proud history of over 300 years. Image: thepotteries.org

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Is "Famille Jaune" familiar?

Today we examine the wide variety of "Famille Jaune" Chinese porcelain, produced in the Qing Dynasty and still widely sought after by collectors today. Image: Christie's

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Nanking Cargo Treasure

Another special treasure from deep within the sea. This time not a sea creature but a beautiful plate which has spent 234 years of its life under water as part of the Nanking Cargo. Read the story here.

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The ever popular Willow pattern

Most of us have probably seen it or may even own a piece or two, or at least our mothers, aunts, grandmothers did. The Willow Pattern was popularised in the late C18th - C19th. But do you know the story of the legend behind it? Image: housebeautiful.com

Collector

The Extraordinary Gilbert Collection

Come with us to see some of the extraordinary collection of Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert, particularly the detailed micromosaics. We will learn a little about the fascinating lives of these entrepreneurs, collectors and philanthropists. Image: Victoria and Albert Museum.

Japan

The Idemitsu Collection from Tokyo

Today we look at an inspirational Japanese man named Sazo Idemitsu, a petroleum magnate who created his own museum in 1966 to showcase his personal art collection, acquired over more than 75 years. Image: From the book "Japan: Masterpieces from the Idemitsu Collection"

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