Pottery for the people was an exhibition at the gus fisher gallery in auckland from 4 november 2011 to 14. The golden age of crown lynn pottery new zealand history. The crown lynn swan, which was first made in the late 1940s, is not an original design. Crown lynn some west auckland history kiwi heritage homestay. Portage ceramics trust te toi uku, crown lynn museum in. New zealandmade crown lynn porcelain has become highly collectable since the companys demise in 1989. Back stamped crown lynn new zealand with tiki and stars. One shapely thing dinah hawken, victoria university press the year of the bicycle james brown, victoria university press.
After the success of the first swap meet in march we have decided to put on another market day. The first, crown lynn a new zealand icon was published in 2006. The story of crown lynn potteries from inception in the 1930s to its closure in 1989. From its early days of churning out railway china, crown lynn became a hugely successful business and the largest pottery in the southern hemisphere.
Crown lynn potteries, auckland national library of new zealand. The beginnings crown lynn had its beginnings back in the 1930s when tom clark later sir tom clark set up his original factory in auckland. Alexander turnbull library, wellington, new zealand. Crown lynn commemorative mug of the 1950 empire games held in auckland. To mark the changeover of new zealands currency in 1967, crown lynn produced a cup and saucer featuring the new decimal system. This matt whiteware was made from the late 1940s to 1970s in crown lynns new lynn factory, according to the book crown lynn a new zealand icon, by valarie ringer monk. A new zealand icon valerie ringer monk, penguin books kahui whetu. Autumn splendour went on to become crown lynns top seller in the 1960s. Crown lynn s share of new zealand s domestic tableware market was then less than 20% in value, despite the companys successful move from the lower end of the market to a more middle ground. The new lynn factory closed in 1989, but their domestic ware is now one of new zealand s hottest collectibles with over 600 items advertised on trade me at any one time. A new zealand icon, she shares the stories of the products and the people behind them.
Illustrated throughout with photographs of china, from the most divine to the truly eccentric, crown lynn is a book with very wide appeal, from aunties and grannies to stylish young collectors. Crown lynn collectors handbook, valerie monk shop online. Crown lynn, valerie monk shop online for books in new zealand. Crown lynn pottery, perhaps best known for the white swan vases that had pride of place on many a kiwi sideboard in the 1960s and 70s, has become an icon of homegrown new zealand ceramic design. Crown lynn potteries, auckland national library of new. Museum housing crown lynn pottery opens in new lynn. The author, valerie ringer monk started out collecting crown lynn plates and 1970s mugs in secondhand shops. Crown lynn ware from new zealand antique bone china.
Apr 23, 2020 musings with valerie monk, nz commercial pottery writer and researcher, and author of crown lynn, a new zealand icon and crown lynn collectors handbook. Crown lynns share of new zealands domestic tableware market was then less than 20% in value, despite the companys successful move from the lower end of the market to a more middle ground. Valerie ringer monk new zealand society of authors pen nz. New lynn is located towards the west of the auckland urban area, 10 kilometres to the southwest of the auckland city centre. Crown lynn, valerie monk shop online for books in new. Over 20 sellers from around new zealand will be coming to sell their private collections of crown lynn, so you never know what you might find. As her crown lynn collection grew, so did her desire to write the story of the people who made it and the factory it came from, and in 2006, penguin books nz published her first book, crown lynn. Browse our great selection of crown lynn dinnerware and dining collections. Before this time the clark family had been involved in producing clay pipes since the early 1860s, moving into garden pots and urns. Not content with kitchens and dining rooms, crown lynn created items for the bathroom. The portage ceramics trust is a heritage collection from the west auckland clay industry, from the early clay.
Crown lynn some west auckland history kiwi heritage. It has 5859 occupied dwellings and a population of 16,461 20 census. The population has seen a 17 per cent 2,400 people increase since 2001. Crown lynn largest selection of patterns at replacements, ltd. Aug 23, 20 the author, valerie ringer monk started out collecting crown lynn plates and 1970s mugs in secondhand shops. Oct 30, 2006 the crown lynn story is an irresistible mix of innovation, stunning products and vivid characters. We are holding a one off crown lynn only market here in the tron. Jun 11, 20 musings with valerie monk, nz commercial pottery writer and researcher, and author of crown lynn, a new zealand icon and crown lynn collectors handbook. View a list of property addresses in crown lynn place new lynn. On this whirlwind tour, youll learn all about the countrys landscape, culture, people, and more.
Find unique places to stay with local hosts in 191 countries. New zealands internal wars, south african war, first world war, second world war, post second world war, other conflicts, memorials, mascots and memorabilia the classroom classroom conversations, anzac day and remembrance, links and resources, ncea history, junior social studies and history. New zealand s internal wars, south african war, first world war, second world war, post second world war, other conflicts, memorials, mascots and memorabilia the classroom classroom conversations, anzac day and remembrance, links and resources, ncea history, junior social studies and history. Made for tv it screened in march 1970, this nfu title surveys tours from george v in 1901 to queen elizabeth ii in 1963, via archive footage and photos. One of crown lynns highuse ranges came to become one of new zealands most famous icons the new zealand railways cup and saucer. Crown lynn pottery, perhaps best known for the white swan vases that had pride of place on many a kiwi sideboard in the 1960s and 70s, has become an icon. The retro patterns and colours appealed, as did the 50cent price tags. Valerie ringer monk first developed an interest in crown lynn over a decade ago, when she began picking up odd plates and brown 1970s mugs in secondhand shops. Maybe you will find that one elusive piece youve been after for years or maybe you can start a. Crown lynn collection in new lynn kiwi heritage homestay. The golden age of crown lynn pottery nzhistory, new zealand. Over 20 sellers from around new zealand will be coming to sell their private collections of crown lynn, so. Dear peter, thank you so much for replying to me with such informative information.
The second, crown lynn collectors handbook was published in 20. Crown lynn has become an iconic new zealand brand, and is frequently referenced in popular culture, contemporary art and design. Just go in the library entrance and there is a hallway with built in crown lynn display with information on many of the pieces. Only on apollo side plates do i have that d14050 shown plus the crown and crown lynn new zealand, printed in black. The fun way to discover new zealand travel guide for kids book 4 dinobibi publishing. Well explore new zealand s active volcanoes and narrow fjords, see the kiwi and kakapo birds, watch a rugby game, and taste a special feast called the hangi. Most apollo pieces have no number, most just say apollo genuine new zealand ironstone with a scroll design under apollo in. Inspired by crown lynn museum of new zealand te papa. Most apollo pieces have no number, most just say apollo genuine new zealand ironstone with a scroll design under apollo in green, as referred to below in monk. The shape was copied by david jenkin, crown lynns head designer, from an overseas model when imitation was one of the best forms of flattery and wasnt a concern.
Tuesday, june 11, 20 my new book your invitation to the launch. I will add some pictures to this letter please excuse my spelling i am also dyslexic so occasionally things dont make sense however i still try to make it readable. About qv, we help you make smarter property decisions. Thursday, april 23, 2020 royal oak pottery 1946 2014. Portage ceramics trust te toi uku, crown lynn museum in new. In 1939 the outbreak of the second world war saw the imposition of cargo restrictions, which meant that virtually no pottery was imported into the country. As her collection grew so did her desire to research the crown lynn story.
The archive consists of photographs, log books, design award entries, transfers and artworks relating to the rich history of the company. The crown lynn archive provides invaluable information for students of new zealand business history, ceramics production, design and social history of west auckland. With easy, instant access to a range of property information and valuation services, you can be confident and prepared when buying or selling. Both excellent reads for those interested in everything crown lynn. It also looks at nzs changing relationship to the distant mother country. What you are looking for might be at the crown lynn collectors market. These shelves of white crown lynn, interspersed with royal doulton toby jugs of the beatles and father christmas, kiwiana and postcards featuring crown lynn pottery, are a homage to a new zealand product worthy of the term iconic. Montana new zealand book awards christchurch city libraries. Crown lynn ware from new zealand antique bone china visitor. Just go in the library entrance and there is a hallway with built in crown.
A new zealand icon 9780143020639 and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Musings with valerie monk, nz commercial pottery writer and researcher, and author of crown lynn, a new zealand icon and crown lynn collectors handbook. New zealand countries around the world mary colson. Crown lynn ware from new zealand antique bone china visitor knowledge contribution. Reflections by crown lynn new zealand ducks nuts on mon 9 sep 16. The crown in new zealand there have been many royal visits since prince alfred first came to nz in 1867 for pig hunting and picnicking. Maybe you will find that one elusive piece youve been after for years or maybe you can start a new collection. The portage ceramics trust was formed in 2005 to purchase a large private collection of ceramics and potterymaking equipment relating to crown lynn potteries limited, a highly successful new zealand company whose products were in virtually every new zealand home. The best hotels new zealand, chosen by our expert, including luxury hotels, boutique hotels, budget hotels and new zealand hotel deals. There are also two excellent books about crown lynn by valerie ringer monk.
A very interesting and moving story, richly illustrated. See more ideas about crown, pottery and vintage crockery. Valerie ringer monk new zealand society of authors pen. New lynn is a residential suburb in auckland, new zealand.
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