Goss

Goss crested china represents an array of intricately carved porcelain products that serve both an aesthetic and functional purpose in homes. The origin of these products goes back to the nineteenth century when the proprietor of the Stoke-On-Trent based Falcon Pottery, William Henry Goss, along with his two sons came up with the idea of crafting ceramic ware that displayed crested souvenirs and images of coastal holiday resorts.

The Goss china creations were rendered added versatility with the incorporation of miniature replicas of interesting sights and even bust of famous personalities. The company drew inspiration from ancient Greek and Roman pottery, items that were the rage during that period. Other than the more serious designs, Goss chinaware used to also include lighter themes like flowers, seaweed, antique armour, kid’s nursery images and even military insignias.

Nowadays, Goss China products have become collector’s items and there is a large market for these delicate, beautiful, products across the globe. Many big auction houses like Christie’s, Sotheby’s and Philip’s have seen regular bids for Goss chinaware. A non-profit organisation, the Goss Collector’s Club, was formed to get Goss enthusiasts together and enable them to derive the benefits of purchasing Goss products at reasonable prices.