The Creative Minds Behind our Moorcroft Collections

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The Creative Minds Behind our Moorcroft Collections

Moorcroft pottery is a staple of our auctions, with rare, sought-after items sold each sale. Let’s look at the creatives behind these works. This wonderful Swallow Tail trial vase will be featured in our upcoming November Fine Art auction, with an estimate of £900-£1,800. William Moorcroft’s Vision William Moorcroft began his career in 1897, when …

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Moorcroft Pottery For Auction

Moorcroft pottery has been highly prized by collectors since the 1800’s and is still exceptionally collectable today. We sell Moorcroft pottery with varying degrees of rarity in every auction. You will find Moorcroft pottery at auction in 90% of our sales. With its vast diversity in age, pattern, shape and form, there’s something to suit …

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A Guide to Moorcroft Pottery Markings

Moorcroft pottery brings wonderfully bright colours to any home or collector’s display. We have been selling Moorcroft pottery, with varying degrees of rarity, for over twenty years here at Potteries Auctions. Moorcroft pottery is incredibly collectable and highly prized by its collectors, and its value has only increased over the years. If you are looking …

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How Much is My Moorcroft Vase Worth?

Lot 437 in our March 2019 sale was this beautiful pair of Moorcroft vases decorated in the Leaf and Berry design, presented in the unusual two tone green and blue colourway – Sold at auction for £580 At Potteries Auctions, and as our name suggests, we are pottery specialists and have been for many years. …

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The Lise Moorcroft Collection

We have an exclusive collection of never seen before items from Lise Moorcroft. To be sold in our September 24th Antique & Fine Art Sale. Selling Moorcroft at Auction If you have Moorcroft you’re looking to sell at auction our staff is well-placed to provide valuations and advice on selling your items. Call 01782 638100 …

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Lots of lovely Moorcroft !!!!!

Lots of lovely Moorcroft !!!!!

Some interesting Moorcroft pieces have come into our March 10th Fine Arts Sale. Some lovely Flambe vases and items by Walter Moorcroft together with large Poppy vases by William Moorcroft. Do You Have any Moorcroft Pottery to Sell ? Please Contact Us Now. Walter Moorcroft flambe vase decorated in the Anemone design, height 15.5cm Walter …

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The March 2024 Rare Ceramics, Jewellery & Collectables Auction

This gorgeous 19th Century Meissen mantle clock will be featured, with an estimate of £5,000-£6,000. Lot 268. The clock is ticking down to our first Fine Art auction of the year, with a stunning variety of items to be offered in our March Rare Ceramics, Jewellery & Collectables Auction, featuring a superlative collection of Royal …

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Antique Furniture: Refresh Your Home

It’s still early in the year, and spring is about to arrive, so why not give your antique furniture the refresh it needs with Potteries Auctions? This Edwardian glazed double fronted display cabinet sold for £420 in a recent Antique Furniture & Collectors sale Giving your interior a new lease of life can be a …

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9ct Gold Jewellery, British Pottery & More up for Auction in February 2024

This Lot of three Shelley Mode shape trios, together with an Eve shape trio, will be featured in our February Antique & Collectors auction. Lot 499A, estimate £100-£150 We have some fantastic items coming up in this month’s Antique & Collectors auction. Fancy treating yourself to a new watch? Feel like your home interior needs …

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British Ceramics, Jewellery & Collectables Auctions: October 2023 Preview

Read on to see our October 2023 preview of exciting ceramics, jewellery, military, toys, antique furniture and more items. To be featured in our October Antique & Collectors auction, this extremely rare Royal Worcester classical figure, Lot 126, is estimated at £150-£300. This month’s sales, at Silverdale and our Stoke-on-Trent saleroom in Cobridge, will be …

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Revisiting our July 2023 Fine Arts Sale

There was plenty of excitement for our July Fine Art auction, with some fantastic collections of rare ceramics and jewellery going under the hammer. From the Wade factory archives, the quirky and one-of-a-kind piece ‘Ivy’ was contested up to a hammer price of £4,200. Highlights from the July Sale Prominently featured was the second part …

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Auction Preview: 20th Century Pottery, Jewellery & Furniture

Sep 2023 This month we have over 2,000 lots for you to explore over 3 auctions of 20th Century Pottery, Collectables, Jewellery and Furniture. You can view the catalogues for auctions here. A quick reminder that we are offering a reduced buyer’s premium of 20% for all in-person bidders, so come on down to our …

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Stoke-on-Trent Potters Spotlight

Stoke-on-Trent has a rich history steeped in pottery and artistry. But it’s not just a historical tale; it’s a living, breathing canvas of talented local artists and potters who continue to shape the city’s vibrant arts scene. Join us as we take a closer look at Stoke-on-Trent’s local artists and potters, where tradition meets innovation …

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Jewellery, Furniture, 20th Century Pottery & more: Preview

August 2023 With three auctions of Jewellery, Furniture, 20th Century Pottery, and other items next month, we are looking forward to seeing some exciting sales! As always, we have some incredible pottery for esteemed buyers including big names Crown Devon, Moorcroft, Beswick, Wedgwood & Royal Doulton. Lot 160: Crown Devon Matta jade Fairy Castle patterned …

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British Pottery, Furniture, Dinner & Teaware Cobridge Auction Preview

July 2023 Our second Cobridge sale of this month is just around the corner! We couldn’t be more excited to showcase a fantastic selection of Pottery, Furniture, Dinner & Teaware. There are a number of many unreserved items as well! Let’s dive right into the preview of our most anticipated items, and you can view …

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Peggy Davies & Kevin Francis Figurines For Auction

Peggy Davies and Kevin Francis figurines and character jugs have always sold well at Potteries Auctions sales. The diverse selection of colourways available attract collectors from around the globe.  Potteries Auctions can identify and provide valuations on a wide range of Kevin Francis & Peggy Davies ceramic pieces at auction. Popular Peggy Davies & Kevin …

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Expert Pottery Valuations

Staffordshire pottery and porcelain refers to both specific potteries and a style of pottery, and just the region from which certain antique collectable porcelain has originated from. We’ve been selling 18th and 19th-century Staffordshire pottery from within the heart of Staffordshire for over 25 years, and have amassed vast knowledge in this incredibly diverse field. …

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Worldwide Collections & Valuations

Virtual Valuations If you’re unable to come and visit us for an in-person valuation, then there are several options available to have your items valued for auction online. You can access our worldwide & virtual valuations services via email or WhatsApp. Find out more below. **Please note: Due to the increased cost and resources involved …

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Specialist Pottery Departments

Staffordshire Pottery & Porcelain For Auction

Potteries Auctions is an auction house in the heart of the Staffordshire Potteries with two salerooms; our Silverdale Saleroom in Newcastle-Under-Lyme and our Cobridge Saleroom in Cobridge on the edge of the City Centre. Established in 1991, we are now one of the leading Auction Houses dealing in 20th Century British Pottery. We were the first …

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Highlights from our April 2023 Antique & Collectors Auction

Lot 34 was a set of De Lamerie Fine Bone China heavily gilded glass crystal exotic garden patterned wine glasses that found a hammer price of £420.

Lot 34 was a set of De Lamerie Fine Bone China heavily gilded glass crystal exotic garden patterned wine glasses that found a hammer price of £420. Our April 2023 Antique & Collectors auction took place this month on Friday 14th April and featured an exciting array of items, from 20th-century British pottery to large collections …

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Changes to our Auction Schedules

We’re excited to let you know what’s coming soon, plus a few changes we’re making! Let’s take a look at our upcoming auctions, starting from April. Silverdale Auctions Starting with our Silverdale Antique & Collectors auction, sales will take place on the second Friday of every month from 10am. The saleroom will also be open …

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Our February 2023 Auction Highlights

Lot 503 was a set of three limited edition Wedgwood Clarice Cliff patterned vases in swirls, sliced circle and Mondrian patterns, with certificates, that sold for £300. Our February 2023 auction took place this month on Friday 10th and Saturday 11th February and featured an exciting array of items, from 20th-century British pottery to large collections of …

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