6 etched and mezzotint plates by Pennell, Brunet-Desbaines and others, and 11 photogravures and other plates, numerous other illus.; iv+384pp.
William Moorcroft (1872-1945), Potter, was born in Burslem. Having studied at the South Kensington School of Art, he returned to the Potteries and worked as a designer for James McIntyre & Co. In 1913 he left to set up his own pottery, which continues to this day. Contains William Moorcroft's distinctive sepia printed bookplate, the design of which is inspired by illuminated initials from medieval manuscripts.
6 etched and mezzotint plates by Pennell, Brunet-Desbaines and others, and 11 photogravures and other plates, numerous other illus.; iv+384pp.
William Moorcroft (1872-1945), Potter, was born in Burslem. Having studied at the South Kensington School of Art, he returned to the Potteries and worked as a designer for James McIntyre & Co. In 1913 he left to set up his own pottery, which continues to this day. Contains William Moorcroft's distinctive sepia printed bookplate, the design of which is inspired by illuminated initials from medieval manuscripts.
| Binding | folio orig. red cloth gilt, |
| Publication | 1st edit., H. Virtue & Co, 1903. William Moorcroft's copy with his bookplate. |
- Product Code: RGW25821
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