Adelaide Potteries (Australia)

Crewenna Potteries was a pottery studio  in Nelson, New Zealand, established in 1962 by Harry and May Davis. The couple had previously run a pottery in Cornwall, England, and they brought their skills and experience with them to New Zealand. The company was known for its hand-thrown and decorated ceramics. The Davises used a variety of techniques, including stoneware, porcelain, and slipware. They also experimented with different glazes, creating a wide range of colors and finishes.

The Davises' pottery was popular with both collectors and the general public. They exhibited their work in galleries and museums around New more... Zealand, and they also sold their work through a network of retailers. Crewenna Potteries closed in 1972, but the Davises' work continues to be admired by collectors and ceramics enthusiasts. Their pottery is held in the collections of the Auckland Museum, the Canterbury Museum, and the Sarjeant Gallery in Whanganui. less...

Adelaide Potteries was established in 1921 by George Frederick Ball, who had previously worked for the Adelaide Tile Company. The company initially produced a range of decorative and functional wares, including vases, urns, and jugs. Their products were primarily made from red clay and were often decorated with bold, colourful glazes in Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles.

In the 1930s, the company expanded its range to include figurines, animal models, and other novelty items. They also began to produce sanitary ware, such as toilet bowls and wash basins, for use in homes and public buildings.

During World War II, more... Adelaide Potteries produced items for the war effort, including hand grenades and other munitions. After the war, the company resumed its production of decorative and functional pottery, introducing new designs and glazes.

In the 1960s, Adelaide Potteries faced competition from cheaper imported ceramics and struggled to remain profitable. In 1975, the company was sold to Pacific Ceramics, a larger pottery company based in Sydney, which continued to produce some of Adelaide Potteries' designs under its own brand. In 2000, Pacific Ceramics was acquired by the hospitality and leisure group, Event Hospitality and Entertainment, which continues to operate the brand today.

Examples of the company's work can be found in the National Gallery of Australia and the Art Gallery of South Australia. less...