Pottery Companies
Find out more about Pottery companies online. Pottery collector clubs and resources for collectors of Pottery.
The Star Jar History
In 1993, Peter Gemmi founded Star Jars. Gemmi came from the Fine Arts Industry, and brought a wealth of information to the fledgling company by utilizing his expertise in collectibles.
In 1993, Peter Gemmi founded Star Jars. Gemmi came from the Fine Arts Industry, and brought a wealth of information to the fledgling company by utilizing his expertise in collectibles.
Brush Pottery
As with many early pottery companies the lineage can be a bit at confusing at times. George Brush worked at J. W. McCoy Pottery in 1909, he later became a partner in the Brush-McCoy Pottery when it was founded in 1911. In 1925 the two companies separated and went their own ways.
As with many early pottery companies the lineage can be a bit at confusing at times. George Brush worked at J. W. McCoy Pottery in 1909, he later became a partner in the Brush-McCoy Pottery when it was founded in 1911. In 1925 the two companies separated and went their own ways.
A is for Abingdon
The ABC's of Cookie Jars starts with Abingdon links, resources and clipart. Fan of this vintage pottery, check out the stuff here!
The ABC's of Cookie Jars starts with Abingdon links, resources and clipart. Fan of this vintage pottery, check out the stuff here!
Alfano Pottery
Well known for their artist jars, the company is no longer in existence.
Well known for their artist jars, the company is no longer in existence.
American Bisque
American Bisque Pottery Company Profile
American Bisque Pottery Company Profile
Bauer Pottery
An excellent article on the history of The J.A. Bauer Pottery Co. presented by Country Living magazine.
An excellent article on the history of The J.A. Bauer Pottery Co. presented by Country Living magazine.
Brush Pottery
Learn more about Brush and why there is NO such thing as an authentic Brush-McCoy Cookie Jar.
Learn more about Brush and why there is NO such thing as an authentic Brush-McCoy Cookie Jar.
Clay Art
In 1979 Michael Zanfagna and Jenny McClain were teaching at Mission High School in San Francisco, when they decided to build a business of affordable art.
In 1979 Michael Zanfagna and Jenny McClain were teaching at Mission High School in San Francisco, when they decided to build a business of affordable art.
Collecting Indian Pottery
From Collector's Art, an excellent guide to collecting Pueblo Pottery.
From Collector's Art, an excellent guide to collecting Pueblo Pottery.
Cowan Pottery
A fantastic resource for Cowan Pottery collectors and pottery enthusiasts in general! Learn more about the artistry of R. Guy Cowan and his pottery works.
A fantastic resource for Cowan Pottery collectors and pottery enthusiasts in general! Learn more about the artistry of R. Guy Cowan and his pottery works.
DeForest of California
Deforest of California was in business from 1950 through 1970.
Deforest of California was in business from 1950 through 1970.
Fitz and Floyd
When it comes to ceramic giftware and products, Fitz and Floyd set the standard a long time ago with quality and design that other companies strive to attain.
When it comes to ceramic giftware and products, Fitz and Floyd set the standard a long time ago with quality and design that other companies strive to attain.
Frankoma Pottery's New Owner - Joe Ragosta
Frankoma Pottery is an acquired taste. It's not "pretty" or elaborate, overall the pieces are clean lines and simple details.
Frankoma Pottery is an acquired taste. It's not "pretty" or elaborate, overall the pieces are clean lines and simple details.
Frankoma Pottery
Learn more about Frankoma Pottery -- an American pottery made in Oklahoma and started in 1933.
Learn more about Frankoma Pottery -- an American pottery made in Oklahoma and started in 1933.
Frankoma Pottery
Frankoma Pottery history and museum pictures. The office museum pictures are updated weekly.
Frankoma Pottery history and museum pictures. The office museum pictures are updated weekly.
Hall China
The Hall Retail Closet store and information.
The Hall Retail Closet store and information.
Happy Memories
Although Happy Memories did not actually produce the pottery they sold, all jars were designed by Happy Memories, which also commissioned the model sculpting and mold design.
Although Happy Memories did not actually produce the pottery they sold, all jars were designed by Happy Memories, which also commissioned the model sculpting and mold design.
Hartstone Pottery
Producers of dinnerware, gift items and cookie jars.
Producers of dinnerware, gift items and cookie jars.
Henry Cavanagh
It might be a little hard to imagine a Hippo wearing a tuxedo or a turban, but that is exactly what Henry Cavanagh imagined and worked on before he started making cookie jars.
It might be a little hard to imagine a Hippo wearing a tuxedo or a turban, but that is exactly what Henry Cavanagh imagined and worked on before he started making cookie jars.
Lenox Collections
Since 1889 the vision of Walter Scott.
Since 1889 the vision of Walter Scott.
Louisville Stoneware
The home of some great contemporary pottery pieces. Order their catalog to see their complete line.
The home of some great contemporary pottery pieces. Order their catalog to see their complete line.
McCoy Pottery
McCoy Pottery never patented their designs, which today has opened a floodgate of copycats and fake-makers! The popular company's name is also used to sell auction items, not everything is a McCoy piece. Although it would be hard to prove to sellers.
McCoy Pottery never patented their designs, which today has opened a floodgate of copycats and fake-makers! The popular company's name is also used to sell auction items, not everything is a McCoy piece. Although it would be hard to prove to sellers.
Metlox Potteries
A look back at Metlox Pottery and the jars they produced.
A look back at Metlox Pottery and the jars they produced.
Noritake
The history of the Noritake company
The history of the Noritake company
Praltzgraff
The Pfaltzgraff Company official history site.
The Pfaltzgraff Company official history site.
Purinton Pottery Company
Collecting Purinton Pottery
Collecting Purinton Pottery
Red Wing Collectors
If you are interested in Red Wing, be sure to visit here. A lot of work went into making this an informative and helpful link on the internet.
If you are interested in Red Wing, be sure to visit here. A lot of work went into making this an informative and helpful link on the internet.
Robinson-Ransbottom
Frank Ransbottom, jobber of stoneware, and started his own company (with his brother) in 1900 to distribute products made locally in Roseville, Ohio.
Frank Ransbottom, jobber of stoneware, and started his own company (with his brother) in 1900 to distribute products made locally in Roseville, Ohio.
Roseville Pottery
Roseville Pottery Company was founded around 1890 in Roseville Ohio.
Roseville Pottery Company was founded around 1890 in Roseville Ohio.
Rowe Pottery
This superb site is enough to make me start a whole new collection. Salt glazed pottery including bowls, accessories and Christmas collectibles are shown here. If you love pottery, this is a must-visit!
This superb site is enough to make me start a whole new collection. Salt glazed pottery including bowls, accessories and Christmas collectibles are shown here. If you love pottery, this is a must-visit!
Shawnee Pottery
A brief look at the Zanesville Ohio company and the products they made.
A brief look at the Zanesville Ohio company and the products they made.
The ABC's Of Cookie Jar Collecting
Collecting Abingdon Cookie Jars
Collecting Abingdon Cookie Jars
The Haeger Pottery Co
The history of this 130 year old company is shown in a timeline on the official site.
The history of this 130 year old company is shown in a timeline on the official site.
Treasure Craft
Treasure Craft was founded in Gardena, California, in 1945 by Alfred A. Levin shortly after his discharge from the United States Navy. He began his business by selling items manufactured by local California potters.
Treasure Craft was founded in Gardena, California, in 1945 by Alfred A. Levin shortly after his discharge from the United States Navy. He began his business by selling items manufactured by local California potters.
Twin Winton
Learn more about Don Winton and his company Twin Winton.
Learn more about Don Winton and his company Twin Winton.
Vandor
The Vandor Company was formed in 1957 by Ted Van Dorn, a pioneer in the tabletop industry.
The Vandor Company was formed in 1957 by Ted Van Dorn, a pioneer in the tabletop industry.
Wade Ceramics, Ltd.
The Wade name has been associated with fine pottery since the 1800s. It all started in 1810 with George Wade & Sons, Ltd. Later in the century John Wade started his company, Wade & Co, making teapots and "go-withs". Three of John's nephews later owned and operated potteries under various names and producing assorted products.
The Wade name has been associated with fine pottery since the 1800s. It all started in 1810 with George Wade & Sons, Ltd. Later in the century John Wade started his company, Wade & Co, making teapots and "go-withs". Three of John's nephews later owned and operated potteries under various names and producing assorted products.
Wing Tips
Another good reference site for Red Wing cookie jars.
Another good reference site for Red Wing cookie jars.