Comments on: The Abuja Pottery and Michael Cardew: A Colonial Review

By: The Art Wanderer

The Art Wanderer — Mon, 11 May 2026 09:47:13 +0000

In reply to Hugh Allen. Hi Hugh, I think it's fair enough to say that most readers who aren't very well versed in the history of ceramics wouldn't now of Cardew, meaning he certainly isn't a household name. But I appreciate your insight, thank you for your comment

By: Hugh Allen

Hugh Allen — Tue, 28 Apr 2026 19:09:12 +0000

It is ridiculous to say that Michael Cardew is not a household figure, although certainly not any longer in Nigeria. Along with Bernard Leach, he is regarded as a key player in the resurrection of the craft pottery industry in England, in which far Eastern techniques are blended with traditional British utilitarian tableware. The pottery he founded at Winchcombe works to this day, passed on to Ray Finch in 1946; then by his son Mike and now by another son Joe, and much of its production owes its essence to the influence Nigerian culture had on his work. He was a powerful figure in blending together the traditions of Japan, Africa and England into work that is widely sought after today.

https://www.winchcombepottery.co.uk/

By: Tony

Tony — Fri, 23 Jan 2026 20:51:03 +0000

I have 6 small bowls with lids bought in Uk. Abuja seal with the cardew C m . some are flatr lids but i 2 with domed lids. seem to be interchangeable fro oiece to piece.

By: The Art Wanderer

The Art Wanderer — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 13:51:18 +0000

In reply to Derek Shepherd. Wow! I'm delighted to hear that you have these pieces, thank you very much for sharing.

By: Derek Shepherd

Derek Shepherd — Mon, 17 Nov 2025 15:39:03 +0000

we bought from the pottery in 1970 as we were based in Kaduna . We have a cupboard full but only a few items candlesticks and large Bowls are used regularly