They had six sons, anthony born 1941, nicholas 19421945, peter born 1944, michael born 1946, joseph born 1947, paul born 1949 and a daughter marianne born 1951. California pottery includes industrial, commercial, and decorative pottery produced in the northern california and southern california regions of the u. Enesco is actually one of the oldest importing companies in the united states, with a history dating back to the late 1800s. Pottery crystalline books ceramics 5 glazes of techniques handbuilt raku lot lot raku handbuilt pottery glazes of crystalline techniques ceramics books 5. Freemanmcfarlin produced some of kay finch s designs, but made ducks and owls as well, sometimes marked anthony on the bottom in script after anthony freeman, the chief designer. More similar pieces appear to be made by kay finch pottery. Kay finch ceramics was one of the most successful and respected of the california commercial artwork studios of the 1940s and 1950s. By purchasing books through this website, you support our nonprofit organization. Kay finch bowl california potteries at insundry productions. We specialize in price guides and reference books for the antiques and collectibles industry. Found in kay finch biography identification values. Kay finch began kay finch ceramics in 1939 in corona del mar, california. The art pottery figurines, vases, banks, and planters made by kay finch in corona del mar, california, between 1939 and 1963, are adorable. They have been well cared as part of a larger collection.
Gallery of kay finch figurines at eagle ridge collectibles. One of the mini easter rag dolls from the easter collection. Her enchanted world a schiffer book for collectors. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices. She used paper labels and ink stamps along with some inmold marks with kay finch california in script or printed. She is also famous for her ceramics and pottery that she created in her home in corona del mar, calif. Kay finch ceramics july, 2002 newsletter nancys antiques. If you have a vivid imagination, a love for art, and an appreciation of all things whimsical, then you have come to the right place figurines are an important part of my life, and an important part of our history, and i believe that each and every one of them is alive and tells a story. Production includes brick, sewer pipe, architectural terra cotta, tile, garden ware, tableware, kitchenware, art ware, figurines, giftware, and ceramics for industrial use. Kay finch ceramics marks the following marks are by my freehand. Japanese woodfired ceramics by marc lancet, functional pottery. Slab pottery hand built pottery ceramic pottery pottery art ceramics projects clay. This wonderfully illustrated book identifies them all, complete with names, sizes, colors, current values, and many additional details. They are as close as i could make them without taking pictures or copying them from some other source.
American pottery marks and resource directory cajun. Ceramics barrons business keys by nickel, mike and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Buy kay finch ceramics by mike nickel from waterstones today. I dont know if that is standard for finch ceramics or not. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands. The earliest series of books that finch penned is the corie mckenna mystery series which comprises of two books. Kay finch ceramics by mike nickel, cindy horvath, 1996, schiffer pub. Collectible and antique pottery and stoneware, california. Together they created a successful company that had more than 65 employees, from mold makers to painters.
It is i believe, the largest elephant figurine that she produced. Her first commercial success come in 1940 and prospered until she ceased operations in 1963, after the death of the husband. Page 1 kay finch ceramics produced figurines and giftware from 19401963. Book ceramics in virginia 19th century stoneware from lower james river valley. Her enchanted world image courtesy of finch estate. Kay finch california pottery, ceramic owl, pottery. The photo to the right pictures a sample of some of the many original catalogs and pamphlets in our collection. Helen stiles, author of numerous books on the history of pottery, noted that spanish, mexican, and chinese design of the 17th and 18th centuries. Kay and brandon, along with their children george and frances, moved to ventura, california, in 1929. Kay finch california our baby ceramic planter baby figurine book.
She raised show dogs but also designed dog figurines, particularly large dogs. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Her enchanted world a schiffer book for collectors by nickel, mike abebooks. Kay finch was the artist and her husband was the businessman. Biography identification values devin frick, jean frick. The affiliate link book of buffalo pottery by violet and seymour altman. Explores the life and works of ceramic sculpter kay finch and includes photgraphs and prices of her pieces. Kay finch pottery set biddy and butch, hen and rooster these two kay finch classics make a wonderful set. Dog figurines were her specialty, but the shop also produced a series of christmas plates from about 1950 through 1962. Identify vintage and collectible american pottery dogs. An illustrated comprehensive price guide to all types of 20th century american ceramics including dinnerwares, artwares and novelites. California pottery includes industrial, commercial, and decorative pottery produced in the. Her enchanted world a schiffer book for collectors book book details.
Kay finch, freemanmcfarlin, hedi shoop, josef originals, deforest, and ceramicraft. Many unseen photos from kays scrapbooks, now residing in the. Section on books kay finchs series of books comprises of a trilogy and duology. Kay finch started her ceramics business as a hobby, but as the demand for her pieces grew, she and her husband branden moved to corona del mar and built a studio and retail showroom at 3901 e. Kay finch birds arent always marked, but you can recognize the glazes used and the perky designs. See more ideas about pottery, figurines and vintage. Cute bunny rabbit doll manufactured by the knickerbocker toy company. Carolyn hart, author of the bestselling death on demand bookstore mysteries. Two books are still available describing kay finchs. She studied ceramics at the memphis academy of fine arts. Figural ceramic items imported from japan in the 1950s and 1960s are among todays top collectibles and enesco imported many highly collectible lines during this period, the most notable being motherinthekitchen, or. Buy online, view images and see past prices for kay finch california modern panda, monkey, rabbit, and gilt giraffe invaluable is the worlds largest marketplace for. Get the best deals on kay finch pottery when you shop the largest online selection at. Kay finch wise colorful friendly owl artist initialed.
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Dogs and cats, farm and wild animals, fish, cute children and stylized adults and birds occupy her creative world. Finch has a vivid memory of a specific suchlike client that she once interacted with many moons ago and who eventually inspired her debut novel. Kay finch was the artist and her husband was the businessman, and together they created a successful company that had more. Research 33 kay finch prices and auction results in collectibles. Finch was appointed mbe in 1980 and was given a lifetime achievement award in 1999 at the international ceramics festival, aberystwyth. Wonderful kay finch peasant boy figurine measures 7 tall and is in perfect condition. Kay finch keeps readers guessing with a dandy plot and appealing heroine in her firstrate debut mystery. Crazed and small glaze loss on tip of one tail, else ok. Apr 27, 2011 kay finch ceramics by mike nickel, cindy horvath, 1996, schiffer pub. Biography identification values frick, devin, frick, jean, martinez, richard on. Her first commercial success come in 1940 and prospered until. Back in the 50s kays crown crest kennels were considered one of the top afghan hound bloodlines in the country with over 100. Explores the life and works of ceramic sculpter kay finch and includes photgraphs and prices of. Schiffer publishing kay finch ceramics the art pottery figurines, vases, banks, and planters made by kay finch in corona del mar, california, between 1939.
Nearly 400 color and 36 vintage photographs display her very collectible. The handdecorated pieces often depicted whimsical animals and people. Mike finch still runs winchcombe pottery and his brother joe finch runs his own pottery in wales. Collector bookstore is a retailer of new books located in leavenworth, kansas. She made a yorkshire terrier pup and a whippet, a foo dog and a pekinese. American pottery marks and resource directory cajun collection. Schiffer publishing kay finch ceramics the art pottery figurines, vases, banks, and planters made by kay finch in corona del mar, california, between 1939 and 1963, are adorable. Her enchanted world a schiffer book for collectors nickel, mike on. Kay finch of crown crest afghan hounds succeeded with both. Schiffer publishing the complete book of florence ceramics the florence ceramics company of pasadena, california, produced historical and literary figurines, birds, animals, figural pairs, and an extensive line of artware from the early 1940s to 1964. Other kay finch pieces included chinese maidens, godey figurines, santa claus, vases, ashtrays, and luncheon sets. American pottery bird figurines cajun collection article.
She liked poodles, cocker spaniels and afghan hounds but she created boxers, mutts and airedales with equal ability. Her enchanted world a schiffer book for collectors author. Kay finch ceramics began in santa ana, california in 1937. This is only a small sample of some of the marks by kay finch ceramics.
Kay finch figurines gallery at eagle ridge collectibles. Crazed surface, but i dont know if that is standard for finch ceramics or not. The rooster uses a similar mold to the rooster of a kay finch rooster and hen pair of chickens called butch n biddy. Export 18601920 ceramics japanese color book schiffer 2000 photos pub a a photos pub export book schiffer color 18601920 2000 japanese ceramics. I was at an estate sale and saw a very unusual hen figurine. Approximately 5 12 inches tall, approximately 7 inches wide. Kay finch ceramics ma ma tootie owl figurine, price. Kay finch ceramics book king county library system. Kay finch ceramics were made in corona del mar, california, from 1935 to 1963. We have used our extensive library of original information to provide a database of articles on collectible glassware and pottery. They have wonderful plumage with bright yellow glaze and preserved color. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search.
Kay finch california modern panda, monkey, rabbit, and gilt. Ceramics, glassware, and beads artifacts of the spanish colonies of florida and the caribbean, 15001800 volume 1 by kathleen a. Form and aesthetic in pots of purpose by robin hopper, the p. Kay finch ceramics nov 12, 2006 american auction co. Kay finch california art pottery large cat in shades of pink vintage.
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