This unique stoneware sculpture by celebrated British potter John Maltby features a goblet and four trees design, combining his playful imagination with expert craftsmanship. Maltby (1936-2020), a former student at the Royal College of Art, studied under Edward Folkard and William Newland, and went on to become one of Britain’s most innovative studio potters. He is renowned for creating sculptural ceramics that blend figurative elements, abstraction, and functional forms, often featuring intricate textures and imaginative surfaces. He apprenticed under David Leach for two years before setting up his own studio near Crediton in Devon.
This piece carries Maltby’s impressed mark on the base -see photos.
It exemplifies his signature style: merging sculptural artistry with the traditions of British studio pottery, producing works that are both expressive and collectible. Examples of his work are housed in numerous museums including The Victoria and Albert, London.
Dimensions in cm (approx)
Height: 21
Width: 12
Depth: 9.5
Condition: Good with no signs of cracks or restoration.
