I. A. Crisp designs for Wilkinson Staffordshire Pottery, 1950s

I. A. (Isaac Arthur) Crisp was a British ceramics designer who worked for Wilkinson pottery from the late 19th to the mid-20th century. He is best known for his whimsical and decorative designs, which often featured animals, birds, and flowers.

Little is known about Crisp's early life and training. but he came from a region with a rich tradition in ceramics, known as the Staffordshire Potteries. He likely had exposure to the pottery industry from an early age. Crisp began his career as a ceramics designer at the Wilkinson Pottery Company, a renowned pottery manufacturer based in Burslem, Staffordshire, England. He is believed to have worked for Wilkinson pottery for several decades, from the 1930s to the 1960s. During this time, he designed a wide range of ceramic products, including plates, bowls, jugs, and figurines.

Crisp's designs were often inspired by nature. He frequently used animals, birds, more... and flowers as motifs. His work was also characterized by its use of bright colors and bold patterns. Crisp's work coincided with the Art Nouveau and Arts & Crafts movements, and his designs often incorporated the flowing, organic forms and motifs characteristic of this artistic style.

Some of Crisp's most popular designs include Kookaburra plates, Frog bowls, Kingfisher figurines and spring floral plates and jugs. Crisp's work was well-received by the public, and his designs were widely reproduced. His pottery is now highly sought-after by collectors and enthusiasts of mid-century modern design. collaborated with other notable designers of the time, such as Frederick Rhead, who also worked for Wilkinson Pottery.

Crisp died in the 1960s. less...