Earlier this month a group of Ceramics and Glass conservators visited the deMorgan foundation in Wandsworth. This wonderful collection of ceramics and paintings was formed by Evelyn De Morgan’s sister, Mrs
Wilhelmina Stirling and bequeathed in Trust for the public to enjoy today.
The group was treated to a fascinating talk by the collection's curator about the life and work of William and Evelyn de Morgan. William de Morgan was heavily influenced by the Islamic Isnik pottery, and many examples of his brightly coloured blue and green ceramics can be seen on display.
One of William de Morgan greatest contributions to ceramics, was however, his work into lustreware. The bright coppery reds and golds on his tiles and pots are particularly impressive.
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