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The Wemyss Revival (1985 – present)
The Wemyss name was resurrected when Griselda Hill, who had been teaching art in London, became interested in pottery. Her grandmother had owned a large Wemyss pig which she remembered from childhood. In 1984 Griselda moved to Fife and realised … Continue reading
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Tagged Bovey Pottery Museum, Brian Adams, Doulton, Esther Weeks, Exon Pottery, Galle Cat, Griselda Hill Pottery, Kirkcaldy Museum, Pichta, Prince Charles, Thomas Goode, Wemyss Ware
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The void years (1957-1985)
The history of Wemyss becomes a little fuzzy at this stage and there are a number of ‘stories’ which appear incorrect based on what is know to be factual, but nevertheless these have gained levels of acceptance by being retold … Continue reading
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Tagged Bovey Pottery, Doulton, Jan Plichta, Lawleys, Pounteneys, Queen Mother, Rogers de Rin, Royal Doulton, Scottish Arts Council, Wemyss 1980, Wemyss Goblet, Wemyss Ware, Wemyss Ware exhibition
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