Baxter, Rowley & Tams

Baxter, Rowley & Tams are listed as china manufacturers in High Street, Longton in directories for 1882 and 1884. Godden gives their dates as 1882-85. Little is known of their products but one relief-moulded jug shown below is marked with their initials. It is a bit of a conundrum since it is clearly earthenware, not china, but the initials are very distinctive and do not fit any other potter.

Vine (not titled) Design not registered. Marks: moulded panel with maker's initials Illustrations: none

Credits: Ken Carter; Bamfords Auctioneers & Valuers