Ernest Shufflebotham (1908 - 1984) was a British ceramic artist who later became a prominent figure in the New Zealand pottery scene. He is known for his unique approach to ceramics, which combined traditional techniques with modern design.
Shufflebotham was born in Stoke-on-Trent, England, which was known for its pottery industry. He was trained by Keith Murray, a New Zealand-born ceramic designer, while at Wedgwood in England and later worked in various pottery studios in England and Europe, honing his craft.
In 1948 Shufflebotham was brought to New Zealand by Crown Lynn along with a number of other designers including Frank Carpay to produce more upmarket works that would expand the market for Crown Lynn ceramics. He was one of the few professional "throwers" working in New Zealand during the period from his arrival in 1948 to his departure in 1957. The matt white finish of his work more...
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