September 10, 2012
by Aidan@Potsandpots
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There are numerous examples of different West German pottery companies producing very similar forms or decors. There are a number of different explanations for this phenomenon including: Popularity – Successful shapes or glazes were copied by competitors keen to maximise … Continue reading
September 6, 2012
by Aidan@Potsandpots
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This update concludes a years worth of price trend analysis. Sale prices on eBay have been analysed to evaluate West German Pottery price trends. The aim is to monitor the changing value of Fat Lava pottery through analysis of UK … Continue reading
August 22, 2012
by Aidan@Potsandpots
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The Luxus Range, translating to mean luxury or deluxe, contains some of the highest quality Carstens items. The Luxus range was marked with a paper or material square containing a spiral and from this, hung by a thread, was a … Continue reading
August 16, 2012
by Aidan@Potsandpots
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Otto Keramik produced some seriously great fat lava items. Two of the leading proponents of West German pottery, Otto Gerharz and Kurt Tschorner combined to produce what are now some of the most sought after fat lava items. Kurt Tschorner … Continue reading
August 13, 2012
by Aidan@Potsandpots
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This amazing bright yellow Roth Keramik jug (form number 8304) is currently for sale on Bay, you can see it by clicking here. I could not however resist featuring on the Pots and Pots blog because of the brilliant vibrant … Continue reading