Cornishware Blues Sherd Pendant

Historical Information

Type: Cornishware

Fabric: Earthenware

Date: 20th Century

Find Location: The Thames Estuary, UK

Extra information:

The story of how Thomas Goodwin Green founded the first Cornishware factory in the late 19th century is rather charming. It all begins with a tale of unrequited love. After Thomas faced a rejected proposal from Mary Tenniel, he took his broken heart out to Australia. In an attempt to better himself in her favour, he built a successful business as a builder. Later, Mary had a change of heart. When Thomas found out about her changed affections, he swiftly sold his business, returned to Britain, and the two were married in 1862.

During their honeymoon in Scarborough, after a chance encounter, they acquired a small yet charming craft pottery at Church Gresley. Thomas set to work and by the end of the 19th century, he had created a factory with model production that rivalled anything in Stoke-on-Trent.

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