Wemyss Ware Pottery

Discover one of Scotland's most iconic pottery lines, Wemyss Ware, right here at Carse Antiques!
Renowned for its traditional kiln techniques and under glazing, Wemyss Ware designs draws inspiration from the natural world. With collectors ranging from Elton John to royalty, explore the highly collectable pieces that makes Wemyss Ware Pottery truly unique.
In our current collection, you’ll find exquisite pieces like the Scottish Wemyss tall flower vase in sweet peas, the enchanting Scottish Wemyss princess inkstand in roses," and the rare pair of Scottish Wemyss chamber pots.
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High-quality Wemyss Ware Pottery
At Carse Antiques, we take pride in presenting a Wemyss Ware Pottery collection of unparalleled quality. Each antique in our curated selection undergoes meticulous quality checks, personally conducted by Andrew Stephens, our dedicated antique dealer.
Explore the allure of Wemyss Ware, from well-loved treasures to pristine exemplars, in our wonderful collection below.
The history of Wemyss Ware Pottery
Wemyss Ware began in Kirkcaldy, Fife, in 1882 through the collaborative genius of Karel Nekola and Robert Heron. Nekola's artistic flair and hand decoration techniques became the hallmark of this pottery style, named 'weems' in honour of the supportive Wemyss family.
After four decades of popularity, a shift in pottery trends prompted a move to Bovey Pottery in Devon. The closure of Bovey Pottery in 1957 led to a temporary hiatus in Wemyss Pottery production.
In 1985, the style found its way back to its birthplace in Fife, Scotland, thanks to Griselda Hill. Her dedication to quality and hand-painted craftsmanship revived Wemyss Ware, with Esther Weeks, Joseph Nekola's apprentice, contributing to this resurgence.
Today, Griselda Hill's Wemyss pottery, located in Ceres, Fife, continues the legacy, maintaining the highest standards. Esther Weeks, linked with Griselda Hill Pottery, imparts her design wisdom, creating a bridge between the rich past and vibrant present of Wemyss Ware.
How do they make Wemyss Ware Pottery?
Wemyss Ware's artistry is combined with traditional and modern methods. Originally, pottery was moulded, fired at low temperatures, painted, glazed with lead ceramic glaze (under glazing), and fired again—yielding delicate, rare pieces.
Today, Griselda Hill Pottery opts for more robust techniques. Recognisable by floral and fruit designs, ceramic animals, functional items, colourful vases, and unique shapes, Wemyss Ware maintains its charm through a resilient evolution.
Fall in love with Wemyss Ware at Carse Antiques
We have a small but charming collection of Wemyss Ware at Carse Antiques, including some very rare pieces from the original era. If you have any questions about our collection, don’t hesitate to contact us. We’ll be pleased to discuss what we can offer to you.
If you’re local to the Perthshire area, we’d love to welcome you to our premises at The Rait Antique centre. If you’d like to see one of our Wemyss pieces in person, just come and visit us, and we’d be happy to accommodate you.
Please find below a selection of Scottish high-quality Wemyss Ware available online at Carse Antiques.
All items can be ordered and paid for directly from the website using the secure payment system for payment with PayPal. We can also accept payments over the phone using all major credit cards including Amex on 01821 670770. We can also take payments by Bank Transfer, details are on the order form.