Women’s Day
March 8th is International Women’s Day and at WMODA we are looking at the important role played by women in the British ceramic industry during
Behind the Painted Mask
The vogue for hanging wall masks of chic young ladies was at its peak in the Art Deco era of the 1930s. Clarice Cliff, one
Parrots in Porcelain
The Macaw in Paradise is one of the most spectacular creations by the Boehm porcelain company and the two bird and orchid compositions on display
Artistry in Action
Discover the artistry behind the decorative arts during our WMODA After Dark event on March 7th. Watch expert artists and craftsmen at work as they
Polikoff Library
WMODA is very proud to have received the Victor and Muriel Polikoff Library for the study of Wedgwood and Related English Ceramics. The late Victor
Venetian Masks by Balocoloc
Balocoloc is represented in the USA by Giorgio Lurcotta, who came to Florida from his native Venice in 2001 to introduce his family’s company. With
Zany Love Stories
With Valentine’s Day approaching we are highlighting the love stories from the Commedia dell’Arte which feature in our latest exhibition Carnival & Cabaret and its
Serpentine Ceramics
When Louise Irvine was curating Biophilia ǀ The Elements at WMODA, she was surprised to find lots of serpentine designs in the ceramics collection to
Generous Gifts
Some of the most striking exhibits in Carnival & Cabaret have been loaned or donated to the museum by collectors who wish to support our
Black History Month
February is Black History month and at WMODA we are exploring how the Zulus have honored their heritage at Ardmore Ceramic Art in South Africa.