The lapis
glaze was discovered by Joseph Burton and commercial production began
in 1928. The glaze was characterised by a self mottling pigment painted
under an eggshell glaze. The new ware was used on a variety of shapes
including lamps and utility ware. For a while it gave a new impetus to
factory sales. Almost all the decorated wares were by Gwladys Rodgers
and pieces thrown by Radford also show his mark alongside Rodgers'
initials.
From the collector's viewpoint they are available and relatively
inexpensive. Prices at fairs range from £50 for the smallest to
£200/£300 for very large examples.
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