Nymolle Pottery

Q: This little saucer or bowl was given to us by a friend who was moving. It’s marked “Nymolle, Denmark,” followed by a number and the letter “W.” She didn’t have any information about it. Can you tell us how old it is or anything else about it? A: Nymolle studio pottery and art pottery […]

Okabe Pitcher

Q: What can you tell me about this piece and its value? I know that Okabe, the name in the mark, was a Japanese potter. A: Okabe Mineo, born Kano Mineo (1919-1990), was a Japanese potter who worked under the name Kato Mineo for several years after 1927. He changed his name to Okabe in […]

Bursley Limited

Q: Can you tell me anything about the artist who designed this Art Deco plate? It is hand painted and seems quite old. A: Bursley Limited was formed in 1920 to produce art wares at the Crown Pottery in Burslem, England. Bursley was one of the first potteries to use a tunnel, or continuous, kiln, […]