Ephraim Pottery Collector’s Field Guide

A pocket-sized companion for the discerning collector.

Inspired by vintage naturalist field guides, this comprehensive reference puts 30 years of Ephraim Pottery expertise at your fingertips. Whether you’re evaluating a potential purchase, organizing your collection, or simply want to deepen your knowledge of American art pottery, this guide provides the essential information you need.

Features:

• Complete Identification System: Learn to read studio marks, artist initials, and special designations from 1996 to present
• Collection Categories Explained: Understand the differences between Studio Collection, POT of the Week, Mug Club editions, and experimental pieces
• Authentication Tools: Quick reference charts for marks, glazes, and production characteristics
• Artist Timeline: Complete record of artist marks and their years at the studio
• Collecting Strategies: Expert advice on building, displaying, and caring for your collection
• Pocket-Sized Format: Designed to accompany you to galleries, estate sales, and collector events

This field guide distills decades of pottery knowledge into an accessible, portable format. Each section provides clear, practical information whether you’re identifying a piece in an antique shop or researching your existing collection at home.

A pocket-sized companion for the discerning collector.

Inspired by vintage naturalist field guides, this comprehensive reference puts 30 years of Ephraim Pottery expertise at your fingertips. Whether you’re evaluating a potential purchase, organizing your collection, or simply want to deepen your knowledge of American art pottery, this guide provides the essential information you need.

Features:

• Complete Identification System: Learn to read studio marks, artist initials, and special designations from 1996 to present
• Collection Categories Explained: Understand the differences between Studio Collection, POT of the Week, Mug Club editions, and experimental pieces
• Authentication Tools: Quick reference charts for marks, glazes, and production characteristics
• Artist Timeline: Complete record of artist marks and their years at the studio
• Collecting Strategies: Expert advice on building, displaying, and caring for your collection
• Pocket-Sized Format: Designed to accompany you to galleries, estate sales, and collector events

This field guide distills decades of pottery knowledge into an accessible, portable format. Each section provides clear, practical information whether you’re identifying a piece in an antique shop or researching your existing collection at home.