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Pilkington's Tile and Pottery Company was founded in 1891 at Clifton, near Manchester in Lancashire, England. It produced architectural tiles and art pottery influenced by the Arts and Crafts movement, becoming particularly associated with Lancastrian pottery and technically demanding lustre glazes. Its wares interest collectors and design historians because they connect industrial ceramic production with the work of named artists and specialist decorators.
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What was Pilkington's Lancastrian pottery?
Lancastrian was the name associated with the company's art-pottery line, which became known for carefully controlled glazes and Arts and Crafts design. Pilkington's operated at Clifton near Manchester after its founding in 1891.
What is Pilkington's Royal Lancastrian pottery?
Royal Lancastrian is a later name used for the company's prestigious art pottery. The royal designation followed recognition connected with King George V in the early twentieth century.
Which glazes made Pilkington's pottery famous?
The factory became particularly admired for lustre glazes and other technically demanding surface effects. Ceramic chemist William Burton played an important role in its glaze experimentation.
Did Pilkington's make only decorative vases?
No. The company produced architectural tiles as well as art pottery, connecting it directly to late-Victorian and Edwardian building decoration.
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