Ceramics
Crown Lynn Swans 101
The first swans were made by Ambrico in 1945. They originated from manager Tom Clark, who brought one made by Sylvac home from overseas…
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The ‘Rhodes’ vases
We have in our collection three beautifully made hand potted vases made of brick clay, with tiki backstamps.
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Nurseryware
Crown Lynn made ceramics for children from the 1950s, the decoration themes included nursery rhymes, animals and children’s characters such as Basil Brush and…
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Dinnerware
Thousands of dinnerware patterns were produced by Crown Lynn, as well as shapes and sets designed for different markets.
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Badged ware
Crown Lynn made hard wearing vitrified porcelain wares for government and commercial customers such as hotels.
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Vases
Vases were produced in all manner of glazes, shapes and sizes including the popular swan shape.
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Technical Ceramics
Porcelain electrical fixtures, bathroom wares were all produced by Crown Lynn Technical Ceramics Ltd
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Shillings to Dollars
On the 10th of July 1967 New Zealand’s currency changed from pounds, shillings & pence to dollars and cents.
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