Vintage Moorcroft pottery squat vaseVintage Moorcroft pottery squat vase of white ground, with red and yellow Hibiscus, Walter Moorcroft paper label to base, approx 7.5cm H
Group of Nine Moorcroft Books, Collector'sGroup of Nine Moorcroft Books, Collector's Club Booklets, and a Large Poster Books include: 'Moorcroft: 1897-1993', Paul Atterbury, 1993 Revised edition (2 copies) and 2008 New Edition (1 copy); 'William Moorcroft: Behind the Glaze', Neil Swindells, 2013; 'Walter Moorcroft: Memories of Life and Living', edited by Sue Evans, 1999; 'Collecting Moorcroft Pottery', Robert Prescott-Walker, 2002; 'Moorcroft: The Phoenix Years'/'Winds of Change'/'A New Dawn', Fraser Street, 1997/2000/2006; Poster from The Richard Wright Collection of Moorcroft Pottery, Bonhams, London, 2010
WALTER MOORCROFT ART POTTERY PITCHERAWALTER MOORCROFT ART POTTERY PITCHERA Walter Moorcroft pitcher in the Orchid pattern, on a blue ground, circa 1950, 6.5" h x 7" w.
WALTER MOORCROFT ART POTTERY LIDDEDWALTER MOORCROFT ART POTTERY LIDDED BOWLA Walter Moorcroft lidded bowl in the African Lily pattern, on a dark blue ground, circa 1950, 6.75" x 4".
WALTER MOORCROFT ART POTTERY VASEA WalterWALTER MOORCROFT ART POTTERY VASEA Walter Moorcroft Pottery vase in the "Orchid" pattern, signed at the base, 6" h x 5.5" diameter.
LARGE WALTER MOORCROFT ART POTTERY BOWLALARGE WALTER MOORCROFT ART POTTERY BOWLA large Walter Moorcroft bowl decorated with African Lilies on a blue ground, signed at base, 12.25" h x 4" w.
MOORCROFT POTTERY VASE, CLEMATIS PATTERN,MOORCROFT POTTERY VASE, CLEMATIS PATTERN, SIGNEDRich dark blue ground, tubelined decorated with Clematis flowers amongst leaves.
Moorcroft backstamp. Marked Made In England. Artist initals to bottom base.
Artist: Walter Moorcroft
Issued: 20th c.
Dimensions: 7.25"H
Manufacturer: Moorcroft Pottery
Country of Origin: England
MOORCROFT POTTERY COVERED DISH, CORALMOORCROFT POTTERY COVERED DISH, CORAL HIBISCUSDark green oval dish and matching lid, with coral hibiscus on the top.
Impressed Moorcroft backstamp. Original sticker on the bottom. Age-related wear. #moorcroft #hibiscus #tropical
Artist: Walter Moorcroft
Issued: 1968 - 1978
Dimensions: 5.4"L x 1.5"H
Manufacturer: Moorcroft Pottery
Country of Origin: England
Condition:
Age-related wear.
MOORCROFT POTTERY VASE, CORAL HIBISCUSDarkMOORCROFT POTTERY VASE, CORAL HIBISCUSDark green vase with two coral hibiscus flowers along the side.
Impressed Moorcroft backstamp. #moorcroft #hibiscus #tropical
Artist: Walter Moorcroft
Issued: 1968 - 1978
Dimensions: 4.25"H
Manufacturer: Moorcroft Pottery
Country of Origin: England
Condition:
Good.
5 MOORCROFT POTTERY ITEMS, INCL. CLEMATIS,5 MOORCROFT POTTERY ITEMS, INCL. CLEMATIS, BOURGAINVILL...Five William Moorcroft pottery items. 1st: Indigo patterned lidded ginger jar, marked with modern green mark, "Moorcroft / Made in England / copyright 94 / WM" and date ciphers. 4 1/4" H. 2nd: Bourgainvillae patterned vase, marked with "Walter Moorcroft" initial then impressed "MOORCROFT / MADE IN ENGLAND". 7" H. 3rd: Clematis patterned shallow footed bowl/dish, impressed "MOORCROFT / MADE IN ENGLAND". 5 1/2" Dia. 4th: Clematis patterned shallow lidded shallow bowl, impressed "MOORCROFT / MADE IN ENGLAND", and circular gum label "By Appointment / W. Moorcroft / Potters to the late Queen Mary". 5 1/2" Dia. 5th: Clematis pattern bottle neck vase with flared rim, in script underglaze "WM" then impressed "W. Moorcroft / Potter to HM the Queen / Made in England". 6 3/8" H. 20th century.
Condition:
Each in overall very good condition except for lidded shallow bowl with interior rim chip 1/2" x 1". Wear and condition commensurate with age and use.
3 PC. ENGLISH MOORCROFT VASES & CATALOG:3 PC. ENGLISH MOORCROFT VASES & CATALOG: Comprising; 1- Orchid motif enameled bowl. 1- Pomegranate motif enameled brush wash style low bowl. Both have appropriate marks at the undersides. Low bowl hand signed in green glaze. 1-William & Walter Moorcroft Catalogue of an exhibition of pottery at the Fine Art Society, 1973. Book Approx. 11.75'' h x 8.25'' l x .5'' w. Largest Bowl Approx. 1.75'' h x 4.5'' Dia.
CONDITION: Crazing of glaze at the underside one bowl.
EARLY WALTER MOORCROFT FLAMBE "LEAFEARLY WALTER MOORCROFT FLAMBE "LEAF & BERRY" VASE, C. 1930, BALUSTER FORM, TUBE-LINED LEAF OVER STACKED BERRY DECORATION TO SHOULDER...Early Walter Moorcroft flambe "Leaf & Berry" vase, c. 1930, baluster form, tube-lined leaf over stacked berry decoration to shoulder on a flambe red ground, green inscribed signature along with impressed "W. Moorecroft, potter to H. M. the Queen" stamp and "Made in England", light wear consistent with age and use, 9" h.
WALTER MOORCROFT (1917-2002) FOR MOORCROFTWALTER MOORCROFT (1917-2002) FOR MOORCROFT POTTERY
‘SPRING FLOWERS’ PATTERN, CYLINDRICAL VASE, CIRCA 1960 glazed earthenware, painted initials WM in green, impressed MOORCROFT/ MADE IN ENGLAND, 24cm high; together with a ‘SPRING FLOWERS’ GLOBULAR VASE, by William Moorcroft, salt-glazed earthenware, painted initials WM in blue, with facsimile signature, impressed POTTER TO H.M. THE QUEEN/ MADE IN ENGLAND, 16cm high; an ‘ORCHID’ PATTERN DISH, by Walter Moorcroft, painted initials WM in green, impressed MOORCROFT/ MADE IN ENGLAND, 19cm diameter; and a ‘CLAREMONT’ PATTERN MINIATURE BOWL, salt-glazed earthenware, facsimile signature, impressed POTTER TO H.M. THE QUEEN, 11cm diameter(4)
WILLIAM MOORCROFT (1872-1945) FOR MOORCROFTWILLIAM MOORCROFT (1872-1945) FOR MOORCROFT POTTERY
FLAMBÉ ‘CARIBBEAN’ PATTERN MINIATURE SPILL VASE, CIRCA 1960 glazed earthenware, impressed MOORCROFT, 6.5cm high; together with a FLAMBÉ ‘MARINE’ PATTERN PLATE, CIRCA 1955, by Walter Moorcroft, glazed earthenware, painted initials WM in blue, impressed MOORCROFT/ MADE IN ENGLAND, 26cm diameter(2)
WALTER MOORCROFT (1917-2002) FOR MOORCROFTWALTER MOORCROFT (1917-2002) FOR MOORCROFT POTTERY
'ANEMONE' PATTERN BALUSTER VASE, CIRCA 1950 glazed earthenware, painted initials WM in blue, impressed MOORCROFT (indistinct), 23.5cm high; together with a 'CLEMATIS' PATTERN MOORCROFT VASE, flambé glazed earthenware, painted initials WM in blue, impressed MOORCROFT, 21cm high(2)
WILLIAM MOORCROFT (1872-1945) FOR MOORCROFTWILLIAM MOORCROFT (1872-1945) FOR MOORCROFT POTTERY
‘PANSIES’ PATTERN VASE, CIRCA 1915 glazed earthenware, painted signature in green, impressed MOORCROFT/ BURSLEM/ ENGLAND, 21cm high; together with a ‘COLUMBINE’ PATTERN FLAMBÉ VASE, by Walter Moorcroft, glazed earthenware, painted initials WM in blue, facsimile signature, impressed MADE IN ENGLAND, 19.5cm high(2)
WILLIAM MOORCROFT (1872-1945) FOR JAMESWILLIAM MOORCROFT (1872-1945) FOR JAMES MACINTYRE & CO.
‘FLORIAN WARE’ FORGET-ME-NOT AND TULIPS CHALICE & COVER, CIRCA 1900 glazed earthenware, painted signature in green, printed factory stamp, impressed 14322.5cm highNote: In 1897 William Moorcroft was employed as a designer at James Macintyre & Co.; with a background in ceramic chemistry, he was a keen experimenter and introduced an array of new wares and glazes to the production line. However, it wasn’t until the launch of ‘Florian Ware’, one year later, which really cemented his reputation as a talented designer and ceramicist. The arrangement of sinuous flowing lines and intricate foliate patterns were outlined using an applied raised slip, a technique known as tube-lining. Moorcroft was meticulous, and oversaw every stage of production to ensure quality was met at the highest level; and Florian Ware was the first range in which Moorcroft began to sign his name or initials on every piece he worked on and supervised. Over the next few years, richer colours were introduced and several new patterns were registered. In particular, the charming designs of trees amongst rolling hills in an English countryside caught the eye of Liberty’s in London, and a partnership was soon struck between Moorcroft and the company. who remained a major outlet of his pottery, as well as other significant retailer’s such as Harrod’s and Tiffany & Co. In 1912 Moorcroft’s relationship with the directors at James Macintyre disintegrated and in 1913, with the financial backing of the Liberty family, he opened his own pottery in Cobridge. He was inundated with orders from several distributors who were keen to support his venture, and many of the popular patterns from the Macintyre period such as Spanish, Pomegranate, Hazeldene and Claremont, continued to be produced at Cobridge. However, he was also keen to develop his particular interest in his Florian-style designs and some of these early Macintyre patterns were revived and redeveloped in bolder forms and richer colours from the late 1920s. By the 1930s, tastes were beginning to change and whilst English native flowers always remained central to his most popular wares, Moorcroft started to look further afield for new inspiration. Amongst some his hi contemporaries, for example Charles Noke and Bernard Moore, there was a growing interest in the high-fired Oriental wares which produced the most intense and dramatic effects. To achieve these flambé glazes Moorcroft built his own special kiln and was highly secretive about his methods, however the ware produced as a result were arguably some of his most remarkable, given the complex and demanding nature of the skills required. Whilst other potteries sought to deliver a consistent sang de boeuf colour, Moorcroft embraced the unpredictable nature of the kiln and the eccentric array of colourful glazes it could produce, making every piece unique. Walter Moorcroft took over management of the pottery after his father’s passing in 1945. During a few difficult years of transition, his father’s designs were crucial in ensuring the success and continuation of the business, but soon after Walter developed his own style which matured into the 1950s. William displayed a clear preference in using English flowers and landscapes for his wares, however Walter was fascinated by more exotic species and so patterns such as Hibiscus, Arum Lily, Caribbean and Marine began to emerge alongside a dramatic use of colour. Importantly, Walter was also knowledgeable of the transmutation process and exhibited the same skill as his father to continue the production of flambé wares. In 1998 the pottery established a new Design Studio, led by Senior Designer Rachel Bishop, to further expand its range of products and continues to build on William and Walter’s legacy today.
WALTER MOORCROFT (1917-2002) FOR MOORCROFTWALTER MOORCROFT (1917-2002) FOR MOORCROFT POTTERY
‘ARUM LILY’ PATTERN BOWL, CIRCA 1960 flambé-glazed earthenware, painted initials WM in blue, impressed MOORCROFT/ MADE IN ENGLAND, 23.5cm diameter; together with a ‘FREESIA’ PATTERN BALUSTER VASE, by William Moorcroft, glazed earthenware, painted signature in blue, facsimile signature and impressed POTTER TO H.M. THE QUEEN/ MADE IN ENGLAND, 27cm high; a 'CLEMATIS' PATTERN BALUSTER VASE, flambé-glazed earthenware, painted initials WM in blue, facsimile signature, impressed POTTER TO H.M. THE QUEEN/ MADE IN ENGLAND; 15cm high; a further ‘CLEMATIS’ PATTERN VASE by Walter Moorcroft, flambé-glazed earthenware, painted initials WM in blue, impressed MOORCROFT/ MADE IN ENGLAND, 18.5cm high; and an ‘ORCHID’ PATTERN BOWL, by Walter Moorcroft, flambé-glazed earthenware, painted initials WM in blue, impressed MOORCROFT/ MADE IN ENGLAND, 18.5cm diameter(5)
WALTER MOORCROFT (1917-2002) FOR MOORCROFTWALTER MOORCROFT (1917-2002) FOR MOORCROFT POTTERY
LARGE ‘ANEMONE’ PATTERN VASE, CIRCA 1950 flambé-glazed earthenware, painted initials WM in green, impressed MOORCROFT/ MADE IN ENGLAND, bears paper label BY APPOINTMENT/ W. MOORCROFT/ POTTERS TO THE LATE QUEEN MARY34.5cm high
A MOORCROFT ANEMONE VASE, DESIGNED BYA MOORCROFT ANEMONE VASE, DESIGNED BY WALTER MOORCROFT
25cm h, impressed marks, painted initials, 1945-49
A Walter Moorcroft flambe 'Spring' flowersA Walter Moorcroft flambe 'Spring' flowers pattern ovoid vase inscribed W.M. mark and impressed marks 6in. Estimate ?400-600 Crazing to glaze all over just below the neck are a series of glaze cracks probably from manufacture running half way round the circumference of the neck otherwise in good condition. FURTHER IMAGES ALREADY AVAILABLE AT WWW.GORRINGES.CO.UK Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Gorringes Conditions of Sale.Sold for ?460
A Walter Moorcroft 'Anemone' patternA Walter Moorcroft 'Anemone' pattern large ovoid vase on a green to blue graduated ground inscribed and impressed marks and paper label 'Potters to the Late Queen Mary' 12in. Estimate ?250-350 Fine crazing to the glaze all over there is an inverted t shaped crack to the interior of the neck approx 2.5cm high x 4cm wide and on one section of the crack there is a tiny splinter from the glaze the crack is not particularly obvious on the exterior. FURTHER IMAGES ALREADY AVAILABLE AT WWW.GORRINGES.CO.UK Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Gorringes Conditions of Sale.Sold for ?250
Moorcroft standard glazed art potteryMoorcroft standard glazed art pottery bottle-form vase mid-20th century; floral relief decoration full Walter Moorcroft signature impressed ''Moorcroft'' and ''Made in England '' 13 in. H. Estimate $ 250-350 Comments added 5-31-2011..... *Appears to be in good condition *Interior is dirty from daily use Uniform crazing interior wear from use.
Rookwood standard glaze art potteryRookwood standard glaze art pottery box mid-20th century; floral design on lid impressed ''Moorcroft Made in England'' underneath with Royal Appointment paper label full Walter Moorcroft signature underneath of lid 3 3/4 in. L. 3 in. W. Estimate $ 125-200 Two small chips on interior of lid uniform crazing.
Moorcroft Vase decorated in the RedMoorcroft Vase decorated in the Red Tulip design signed by Walter Moorcroft height 19cm (seconds with silver line)