Phoenix Pottery (England) ceramics

Phoenix Works was a pottery manufacturer founded in 1879 by Thomas Forester of Thomas Forester & Sons, and it was based in Longton, Staffordshire, separate from his other business Thomas Forester & Sons. Forester was a skilled potter who had previously worked for other pottery companies in the area. He started his own business with the aim of producing high-quality majolica ware.

Majolica is a type of pottery that is decorated with colourful glazes. It was very popular in the Victorian era, and Forester's majolica ware was quickly in high demand. The company's products were sold all over the world, and they were known for their intricate designs and vibrant colours.

In 1879, Forester built a new pottery factory in Longton, which he called the Phoenix Works. The new factory was much larger than the company's previous premises, and it allowed Forester to increase his production more... capacity. The company continued to grow and prosper throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

In addition to majolica ware, Phoenix Pottery also produced a wide range of other ceramic products, including earthenware, china, and stoneware. The company's products were known for their high quality and craftsmanship. Phoenix Pottery was also one of the first pottery companies in England to produce Art Deco ceramics.

In the mid-20th century, the pottery industry in Staffordshire began to decline. This was due to a number of factors, including foreign competition and the rising cost of labour. Phoenix Pottery was one of the many pottery companies in the area that was forced to close. The company closed its doors in 1959 after 80 years of production.

Despite its relatively short lifespan, Phoenix Pottery produced some of the most beautiful and sought-after ceramics of the Victorian and Edwardian eras. less...