Ceramics by Vande Pottery, Sydney, in production 1948-58

Vande Pottery was a Sydney-based pottery company that was in production from 1948 to 1958. The company was founded by Samuel Vandesluis, an English migrant with Dutch-Jewish heritage. He arrived in Australia for a second time having worked in Melbourne during the 1920s.He had worked as a potter in the Netherlands and brought his skills and expertise with him to Australia.

The pottery produced a range of functional and decorative pottery items, including vases, bowls, jugs, and figurines. The company's designs were often inspired by nature, with many pieces featuring motifs of flowers, leaves, and animals.

Vande Pottery was known for its high-quality craftsmanship and attention to detail. Each piece was handmade and hand-painted, with a focus on creating unique and individual pieces. The company's pottery was sold in department stores and boutique shops throughout Australia, and many pieces have become highly collectible more... today.

One of the most significant contributions of Vande Pottery was its role in promoting the development of Australian ceramics as an art form. Vandesluis was a pioneer of Australian ceramics and played an important role in establishing the reputation of Australian potters internationally.

In 1958, Vandesluis sold Vande Pottery to his business partner, J. Noordeman, who continued to operate the company until its closure in the early 1960s. less...