Large Flat Bowl in Black Basalt from the Crockery Series by Max Lamb for 1882 Ltd

About This Piece

Contemporary Design

Designed by English design star Max Lamb for 1882 Ltd, Crockery is a collection of fine bone china tableware, slip-cast from plaster molds that were carved by hand. Lamb developed the rough-hewn forms of each piece by using stonemasonry tools to sculpt large blocks of plaster, which were then used as the molds in the slip-casting process. The interiors have been glazed for practicality, while the exteriors retain a natural bisque finish. This collection possesses a visual weight that delightfully contrasts with the weightless feeling in the hand. And they’re safe for use in the dishwasher and microwave.

1882 Ltd is a traditional ceramic producer for the 21st century. Originally set-up by the Johnson Brothers in the heart of the Stoke-on-Trent potteries in 1882, the company today remains a family business, brought back to life in 2011 by Emily Johnson and her father Christopher. Frequently collaborating with the most sought-after contemporary designers, Emily hopes to bring inventively designed ceramics to a wider audience while testing the skill and patience of the Master Potter, Christopher Johnson, and the incredibly talented potters, modelers, and makers that reside in Stoke-on-Trent.

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Designer	Max Lamb
Manufacturer	1882 Ltd.
Design Period	From 2000
Production Period	2010 to Present
Country of Manufacture	United Kingdom
Style	Contemporary
Detailed Condition	New — This is a new (unused) item of contemporary design.
Product Code	LKB-119702
Additional Information	Made to Order Made by Hand Open Edition
Materials	Ceramic
Color	Black
Height	6 cm 6 cm
Diameter	25.5 cm

Shipping & Delivery

Manufacturing Time	3-4 weeks
Ships from	United Kingdom
Returns	Returns accepted within 14 days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

Delivery Details

Delivery will be completed by a parcel service such as UPS, DHL, or FedEx.
You will receive a tracking number to monitor the status of your shipment.
Delivery will take place between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday.
A wooden crate may be used for intercontinental shipments for maximum protection.
Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
A signature will be required upon delivery.

*Important Note

Please examine the packaging upon delivery. In the event that there are visible signs of damaged packaging, please indicate the problem on the Delivery Note, take pictures, and—if the item inside shows damages—contact us within 48 hours of delivery. A signed delivery receipt without notations regarding damaged packaging represents your acceptance of the completed order in perfect condition.

About the Designer

Max Lamb

Born in 1980, Max Lamb is a native of Cornwall, England. Lamb cites his upbringing in this bucolic landscape as the source for his creative spirit and his deep appreciation for natural materials. He earned a degree in Three Dimensional Design from Northumbria University in 2003, and, in the same year, he was awarded both the Hettich International Design Award and the Peter Walker Award for Innovation in Furniture Design. In 2006, he completed his Masters Degree in Design Products at the Royal College of Art.

After a year designing for Tom Dixon Studio, he established his own practice in 2007 and began teaching at ECAL in Switzerland. Lamb is known for creating beautifully crafted pieces with materials and traditional processes at their core. His work is infused with a strongly international sensibility, informed by his travels to China, Japan, India, Nigeria, and elsewhere.

About the Maker

1882 Ltd.

1882 Ltd. is a design-led, industrially crafted ceramics company launched in Stoke-on-Trent in 2011 by Emily Johnson and her father, the fifth and fourth generations descended from the founders of 19th-century ceramics company Johnson Brothers. On a mission to preserve and advance traditional British artisanal skills while collaborating with cutting-edge designers and architects, 1882 Ltd. offers innovative and high-style pieces—both utilitarian and artistic—produced by highly skilled potters in the UK. 1882 Ltd. collections have been designed by rising stars and established talents like Max Lamb, John Pawson, Snarkitecture, Faye Toogood, and Kiki van Eijk.