Ray Finch 1914 - 2012
Ray Finch the grand old man of Winchcombe Pottery
has died at the age of 97. Ray was taken on as a student by Michael
Cardew way back in 1935 and worked at Winchcombe for the rest
of his life. He was a inspiration to potters and collectors alike.
I met Ray on a few occasions, I rememberI showing him the slipware
mug in the image below, he confirmed it as his and reminisced
about his old slipware days, I will always treasure that memory.
In 1920 Bernard Leach returned from Japan with Hamada Shoji to
found the Leach Pottery in St. Ives. Click the image for Leach
St. Ives potters family tree.
Plate Design Evolution
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Old Standard Ware Range
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Form and Function
Functional pottery is made to be used and at the same time give
pleasure to the user. Click one of the pots below to view my gallery
by form and make your judgement on how well the potter has fulfilled
his or her task.
Recent Gallery Images
Saleroom
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