Ceramics and Glass
The Ceramic and Glass Department of Bearnes Hampton & Littlewood, run by Nicholas
Saintey, handles a fascinating variety of pottery, porcelain and glassware. Many
hitherto unrecognised and important pieces have been brought to the market place
through the department's enthusiasm and expertise. In excess of 5,000 lots are offered
every year.
As ceramics become increasingly popular, so the fields of collecting broaden far
beyond the traditionally strong market for 18th century English work. Our auctions
include examples from most of the better-known English factories, as well as pottery
and porcelain from oriental and continental sources. Many owners are also discovering
that pieces bought in the 1920s - perhaps as wedding presents for their grandparents
or parents - have become sought after antiques. Our reference library can help to
establish not only the value but also the full history of the piece.
The department also handles all aspects of glassware, from the best of French to
early English and the decorative work of the 19th and 20th centuries.
News and Articles
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Nic Saintey suggests that politically themed pottery might not be as dry and uninteresting
as it sounds if you are prepared to scratch beneath the surface.
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Nic Saintey examines how proto-advertising made the humble Victorian pot lid used
as part of daily packaging into 'art' that is widely collected today. The fascinating
story of their transformation from the utilitarian to the collectable starts over
150 years ago.
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Nic Saintey charts a brief history and the motivation behind commemorative ceramics
starting with the London delft potters who produced some of the earliest pieces
to celebrate the Restoration of Charles II in 1661.
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Valuation Appointments
The Ceramics and Glass Department can arrange to visit you whether you are looking
to sell your ceramics or glass or just would like an insurance valuation.
Specialists
 | Nic Saintey Department Head
|  | Andrew Thomas Ceramics and Glass Expert
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Ceramics Categories
Glass Categories
Joint Ceramics and Glassware Category