A fragment of a Frieze, C. 1780, French.
A Collection of Paper Mache Snuff Boxes, some with Mother of Pearl
and Silver Mounts Circa 1790-1820
Marc-James Mews Museum
Decorative Arts Society
An Exceptional Derby Landscape Bombe Pot (Bulb Pot) C.1810
Near Loughborough, Lincolnshire
In June of 2007 Marc-James
Manor Museum Decorative Arts Society
reopened its doors at Marc-James Mews
Museum.
We now offer an afternoon tea and a tour of the Ceramics Collections,
the Alison Eliason Library and, when weather permits,
the grounds at Marc-James Mews.
Each afternoon tea service accommodates up to five guests.
A wonderful pair of Bloor Derby Ewers with applied flowers.
The Decorative Arts Society,
An Historical Perspective:
By reservation, Marc-James Manor Museum was open twice a month to all members (6-12)
for general tour of the house and grounds, including a guided tour of the exhibit. Time and interest
permitting, a leisurely tour of the library was included.
A private, guided tour of the ceramics exhibit only could be scheduled
on any day of the week throughout the year, subject to availability.
Admission for non-members was $10.00 per person.
Tea was available to members only.
The
Manor Museum was affiliated with many Ceramic Societies including, but not limited to:
The San Francisco Ceramic Circle,
The Transferware Collector Club,
The Caughley Society, and
The Derby Society.
Member Benefits & Categories: $25.00 Individual ++
$35.00 Benefactor ++
$100.00 Steward ++
Steward Members:
Lifetime Gift Member:
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The following photographs Are of Teapots retained by
Sydney M. Powers in her new home in Connecticut.
She intends to bequeath them to the Collection.
